Yoga Mats

Sticky Yoga Mat Tapas Basic Customer Reviews

2006-08-27T12:53:00.000+09:30

Sticky Yoga Mat designed specifically for the yogi on the go, it weighs less than 1-1/2 lbs and folds or rolls compactly for carrying.

Many teachers and students like to use the Tapas Basic Sticky Yoga Mat under a towel or Airex Mat to prevent them from sliding on the floor... Washable, 1/16 inches x 24 inches x 68 inches 1.25 lb.

Customer Review: a great mat

At 1/16" this yoga mat is the thinnest kind good for travel or placing under a thicker mat to provide more traction... At 24" x 68" it is the standard width and length.

This sticky yoga mat will increase in softness and stickiness with use, starting out mildly sticky and increase in stickiness the more they are used... You will want to wash your sticky yoga mat when it first arrives so as to remove the thin film they get on their surface during the manufacturing process.

Instructions for washing the mat are included, once you've washed and dried your sticky yoga mat you're ready to begin! After using it for a while, if you find the mat decreasing in stickiness each time you pull it out, this is the typical sign that a light coating of dust or too much body sweat has accumulated on your sticky yoga mat and it needs a light hand washing with very diluted soap and water.

After washing, roll your yoga mat in a thick towel to squeeze out the excess water, otherwise it will take forever to dry in the air... Then, air dry your sticky yoga mat unrolled, inside, and away from sunlight... When you first unroll your mat you will find one end to be a bit curled, simply alternate the direction you roll your sticky yoga mat (top outside once, then bottom outside next) or the end you start from (curled end once, flat end next time) and you'll find it straightening itself out more or less over time.

For those who have trouble with their knees in some of the yoga poses requiring the body weight to rest on a knee, I recommend temporarily folding over one end of the sticky yoga mat to get double cushion under the knee while still leaving one layer under the rest of the body... This saves you having to bring more than one mat out each time you practice. More Information

Deluxe Sticky Yoga Mat and Pilates Mat Review

2006-08-03T13:39:00.000+09:30

This is the original sticky yoga mat that everyone loves to use! Thicker and cushier than the standard 1/8" mats... Its sticky tectured surface gives you the grip and cushioning needed for all Hatha and restorative yoga styles... Yoga mats come in three basic thicknesses, and at 3/16" this mat is one of the thicker ones designed for those who need or want extra cushion.

Sticky yoga mats that are about one third as thick as this one (1/16") are good for travel or placing under a thicker mat to provide more traction... The average mats are about 1/8", at 24" x 68" it's of standard width and length, washable, lightweight, and very durable.

The sticky yoga mat is also available in 2 thickness and 6 colors: Purple, Royal Blue, Sky Blue, Emerald Green, Autumn, and Black... The original sticky yoga mat is also available in 100' roll that makes 17 mats.

Customer Review:Not impressed!

This 'sticky' yoga mat is dreadful... To say that this mat is very slippery is a total understatement... It's basically unuseable! I wound up throwing it aside the first time I tried it out, a complete and utter waste of money. More Information

Mat Tube Yoga and Pilates Exercise Mat Carrier

2006-07-29T09:15:00.000+09:30

This is a truly innovative, modern rendition of the traditional 'duffle' style yoga exercise mat carrier... We have used a unique extended zipper design to provide maximum ease of entry and exit for your exercise mat... Plus using special 3-D mesh material, the bag is ventilated to keep odors out and the bag smelling fresher... Light and easy to use, the Mat Tube makes the perfect yoga and pilates exercise mat carrier! More Information

Yoga and Pilates 1/4in X-mat Yoga Exercise Mat

2006-07-15T08:29:00.000+09:30

Durable and lightweight yoga exercise mat, X-Mat is easy to use, is hand washable... Don't pay more for the slick packaging.

We get the X-Mat direct from the exercise mat manufacturer and don't repack it with any 'house' or gym brand name... That means you get more mat for your money.
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Hugger Mugger Citrus Yoga Mat Remedy 4oz... More Information

Blue Hugger Mugger Kid Yoga Exercise Mat... More Information

Microfiber Yoga Exercise Mat and Gaiam Yoga Mats

2006-06-23T11:03:00.000+09:30

Our Microfiber Yoga Exercise Mats provides a soft surface for practice, you will feel like you are doing yoga on plush carpet... A thick microfiber cushion adds comfort to your practice while drawing moisture away from the surface... The Microfiber Promat bottom gives you all the support and traction you expect... Washable, length is 72" and thickness is 1/8", width is 24", yoga exercise mat in red as shown.
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Gaiam Yoga Exercise Mats, shown in paisley rasberry...

Customer Review: a great buy

I'm SO happy I bought this yoga exercise mat! I love the color, design and the energy of it... I also got a matching bag for it from ebay... I'm not only using my exercise mat for yoga but also practice meditation on it, and everytime I'm having troubles in my yoga practice I look at my mat and smile. More Information

Wai Lana Yoga Exercise Mat for Yoga Pilates Practice

2006-06-03T12:27:00.000+09:30

This Wai Lana yoga mat offers a stable, comfortable surface on which to begin or develop your yoga poses and practice... The mat is cushiony for comfort with a tacky surface to help you maintain postures accurately and safely.

Durable and lightweight, it measures 68 by 24 by 1/8 inches... To wash it, you simply rinse with cool water and detergent and squeeze it dry with a towel... The mat rolls up to a tube shape with an approximate diameter of four inches for easy storage and transport.

Customer Review: Excellent Mat!

I love this mat! It is very portable and easy to carry while walking between classes or travelling because it rolls up so compactly... Just the right amount of padding and offers excellent grip.

Customer Review: Great Mat

I've had this mat for about 6 months and I'm very pleased with it... As soon as I got the mat, I washed it with cold water and soap, and dried it out by rolling a towel in it to soak up the extra moisture, then hanging it on a towel rack for a day... Because my palms tend to get sweaty during practice, I used this mat under another mat the first few times... After a week or so, I used this mat by itself.

The grip was great, the mat stayed firmly to my palms and to the floor... Make sure that the label side is up! After about 6 months the mat has only gotten better, it makes that sticking sound when I walk on it, a sign that it's doing its job.

The dimensions of this mat are pretty standard, 68 x 24 x 1/8... Unless you're much taller than the average person, or feel that you need more support, this should be fine for most people... The mat also comes in a lot of great bright colors, I have a light blue one that I love... I highly recommend this mat to start off with, for anyone who practices yoga.

Even if you don't go regularly, it's nice to have a mat at home... And it's also a good idea to bring your own mat to class, even if they provide ones for you and tell you that they clean them regularly... I mean come on, you've seen some of those people in your yoga class, do you really want your face to be where their sweaty feet were yesterday? More Information

Travel Yoga Mat Now Available in Blue and Black

2006-05-29T08:24:00.000+09:30

Travel Yoga Mat available from Yoga Accessories... This yoga mat is ideal for the travelling yoga who wants a high quality mat that is lightweight and rolls to a compact size.

The mat features a smooth, slip-free surface, that is mildly tacky to the touch... The mat is made of a durable, dense foam that holds up well over time... This travel yoga mat is available in black and blue. More Information

Hugger Mugger Earth Elements (Grass) Eco Exercise/Yoga Mat 3mm... More Information

Hugger Mugger Mandara Max Yoga Mat... More Information

Jade Harmony Travel Yoga Mat and Aeromat Pilates Mat

2006-05-21T16:29:00.000+09:30

Durable without slippage, thin and portable... Open cell natural rubber gives Harmony mats unequaled non-slip performance with superior cushioning and resilience... Made in the USA, has exceptional strength and durability wont tear or buckle.

Harmony is made with natural rubber, a renewable resource tapped from rubber trees and contains no ozone depleting substances perfect for yoga practitioners concerned about the environment... Size 68" x 1/8", available in red, orchid, or black... We also offer an extra long mat in black at 76" for $8 more. More Information

Aeromat Pilates and Yoga Mat 3/8" Extra Thick... This mat was designed with the Pilates and yoga practitioners in mind... A good Pilates mat needs to protect the user from hard floors and provide comfort during matwork... The mat should also be firm enough to provide a stable platform for the body, the 3/8" thick Aeromat Pilates/Yoga Mat is a perfect combination of these features.

The yoga participate can benefit too with this thicker mat... Perfect for those who desire more cushion than the traditional yoga mat provides... Comfort, portability (use as a travel yoga mat) and versatility, an all around sound investment... Measures 24" x 72" x 3/8", has a smooth texture and is available in blue, black or purple. More Information

Original Deluxe Classic Yoga Mat Reviewed

2006-05-14T16:47:00.000+09:30

Our bestselling mat, the Deluxe Classic is used in yoga studios across the country and around the world... Made of durable foam with a high-tack surface for stickiness, our Deluxe Classic is a little thicker between 1/8th" and 3/16") than most mats for extra comfort... The Deluxe Classic Sticky Mat is the standard for yoga practitioners everywhere, measures 24" x 68" x 3/16", latex-free.

Customer Review: My thoughts...

I was trying to use a regular work out mat for Yoga and it was slipping and ack so was I... The sticky surface on the Yoga mat is wonderful!! It's a perfect size for all the postures, can be taken anywhere as it folds up nicely... It is an excellent thickness for my needs and so comfortable, I am very happy I purchased it.

Customer Review: Too Long Too Thin

This mat is very long, two children could use it at the same time, which is longer than needed... Also it says extra thick, it is as thin or thiner than every yoga mat I've used plus if you sweat at all its like doing yoga on a slip 'n slide... I gave it away and went back to using the floor. More Information

Savasa Travel Yoga Mat With Deluxe Carrying Bag

2006-05-07T15:17:00.000+09:30

Enhance your yoga journey with the Savasa Travel Yoga Mat with Deluxe Carrying Bag... The mat is the most basic piece of yoga equipment and allows you to feel safe as you move through your poses, the travel yoga mat is 24-inches by 68-inches by three-millimeters and rather than rolling it, you just fold it and go... It includes a handy deluxe carrying bag.

Savasa Travel Yoga Mats represent the essential nature of self and the universal force of potential, and bridges the gap between what you used to dream about and what you can achieve... Savasa provides a premium value-added alternative specifically designed to meet the needs of yoga and pilates consumers of all levels... The Savasa Travel Yoga Mat product line is approved by the Wellness Advisory Council proprietary panel of authentic yoga and pilates instructors.

Customer Review: Convenient!

I have 6 mats now, of differing types, including this Savasa Travel Yoga Mat, and I really enjoy bringing this mat to class as well as use at home... I participate in heated vinyasa yoga so this makes a great non-skid layer underneath the woven mat or towel, because it packs up smaller than the mats I have to roll up, it's definitely convenient for travel.

The little bag that comes with it can carry some essentials, like an extra change of yoga clothes, deodorant, pack towel, etc... When I use it at home, I find that the fold lines are great for alignment checks, and I don't have the same slippage issues that I have with other yoga mats... I really appreciate the product!
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Travel Yoga Mat 71-Inch PurpleLite Manduka

2006-05-01T10:48:00.000+09:30

This travel yoga mat is lightweight enough to carry back and forth to the studio, or pack for a retreat... Plus, it's made from high performance material designed to endure a lifetime of yoga practice... The yoga mat has a specific top and bottom surface... The top's sticky surface keeps feet firmly rooted during balancing poses, such as Warrior or Downward Facing Dog.

The bottom side remains stable on hard floors or carpet and won't shift during movement... Although only 3/16 inch thick, the travel yoga mat provides ample cushioning for spine, hips, knees, and elbows during restful positions such as Child's or Plow pose... For safe practicing, the mat's surface remains slip-free, even when wet with perspiration.

Measuring 71 inches long and 24 inches wide; the travel yoga mat is long enough for tall yoga practitioners, yet light enough for students of nearly every size and age to carry.

Customer Review: great mat!

Although it's called the travel yoga mat, I use it all the time... It's light weight but cushy and sticky for ashtanga or vinyasa based yoga... I totally suggest this mat for anyone who practices yoga and wants a great travel yoga mat!

Customer Review: Doesn't last a lifetime

I bought this yoga mat because it was supposed to last a lifetime (or two)... This is false... I used the mat for only 6 months 5 times a week to practice ashtanga and the surface started to peel off like the others I used before (but this one costs twice as much)... The purplelite travel yoga mat is much heavier than a regular mat too, so realistically this is not a traveling mat... The "lite" in the name is just because it is lighter than the black mat, however I still think this mat is superior to the 20 dollars mats.
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Basic 1/8 Inch Yoga Mat for Pilates and Yoga

2006-04-30T12:32:00.000+09:30

Mat for Pilates and Yoga... Get the most from your yoga/pilates workout! Both comfortable and cushioned this mat has a sticky surface that will help you maintain your yoga postures... This high quality popular yoga mat is recommended by yoga practioners and used at yoga studios throughout the world.

Customer Review: Decent mat and great value for price

This is a pretty decent yoga mat and I have been using it on both hardwood and carpeted floors, I take it with me to my yoga instructors house and the mesh bag makes it easy to sling over my shoulder and carry it... Overall, this is a great buy for the price and the shipping was quick too. More Information

Everlast Pilates Yoga Mat...
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Manduka 85-Inch Yoga Mat...
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Manduka 71-Inch Black Yoga Mat Reviews

2006-04-29T07:17:00.000+09:30

One of the most durable yoga mats available, Manduka's black mat is made from high-performance material designed to endure a lifetime of yoga practice... The mat has a specific top and bottom surface... The top's sticky surface keeps feet firmly rooted during balancing poses, such as Warrior or Downward Facing Dog... The bottom side remains stable on hard floors or carpet, and won't shift or bunch up during movement.

The yoga mat's 1/4-inch thickness provides superior cushioning for the spine, hips, knees, and elbows during restful postures like Child's pose... For safe practicing, the yoga mat's surface remains slip-free even when wet with perspiration... Measuring 71 inches long and 26 inches wide, the mat is long enough for taller yoga practitioners... Though its 6-1/2-pound weight makes it a little heavier than other yoga mats, with more weight, comes noticeably more comfort.

Customer Review: Nice mat, but still gets slippery

This yoga mat is heavy, soft, and appears to be made of very high quality material... However, I have had a lot of difficulty in removing the slippery film... I have used it for approx 20 yoga sessions, I have wiped it down after each session, and I have scrubbed it a few times with a nylon brush, but it is still slippery when wet.

Customer Review: It's a great mat!!

I have been using 2 thinner yoga mats for about 3 years and finally spent the money for a really good mat... I am very happy with this yoga mat... It is thick enough to use alone... It is slippery at first because of a film they put on it, but in a few weeks of use, it works wonderfully... I have no compaints. More Information

Bodytrends Deluxe Yoga Pilates 3/8 Inch Thick Mat

2006-04-28T19:26:00.000+09:30

This yoga mat was designed with the Pilates and yoga practitioners in mind... A good Pilates mat needs to protect the user from hard floors and provide comfort during matwork, the mat should also be firm enough to provide a stable platform for the body... The 3/8" thick BodyTrends' Pilates/Yoga Mat is a perfect combination of these features.

The yoga participate can benefit too with this thicker mat... Perfect for those who desire more cushion than the traditional yoga mat provides... Comfort, portability and versatility, an all around sound investment... The closed cell foam yoga mat wipes clean for easy maintenance.
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Mind Body Bliss Deluxe Yoga Mat Reviewed

2006-04-27T12:05:00.000+09:30

The Mind Body Bliss Yoga Mat is thicker than most standard mats to perfectly cushion you in your practice... Measures 24" x 68" x 3/16"... Silk mat bag not included... For a thicker, larger mat, please see the Everything Yoga Ultra Mat.

Customer Review: Great Quality

This is one of the best yoga mats I have ever had... I feel very comfortable and relaxing sitting on the mat... I will not lend the yoga mat to anyone, I love it so much.

Customer Review: Two Sides to Yoga Mats, Know Which is Up

Yoga mats come in three basic thicknesses... At 3/16" this mat is one of the thicker ones designed for those who need or want extra cushion... At 24" x 68" it is the standard width and length... Mats that are about one third as thick as this one (1/16") are good for travel or placing under a thicker mat to provide more traction.

The average mats are about 1/8"... Don't be fooled by the picture above, the beautiful silk bags pictured around each mat DO NOT come with these mats... If you'd like a silk bag you'll have to purchase one separately from a different manufacturer, do an Amazon search for "EverythingYoga Antique Silk Brocade Yoga Mat Bag" and you'll have a choice of four beautiful colors.

There are two sides to this and nearly all yoga mats... Look carefully at the 'bumps' on each side of the mat... The larger bumps are designed to face upwards to cushion your hands, feet, and knees during poses while keeping your body from dangerously slipping out of alignment.

The smaller bumps are designed to face downwards to grip the floor and keep the yoga mat from sliding... Many mats have a label on one end with the name of the brand... This is typically, but not always, located on the 'up' side, the bumps will tell you for sure.

This yoga mat will increase in softness and stickiness with use (so do most mats), they start out mildly sticky and increase in stickiness the more they are used... You will want to wash your mat when it first arrives so as to remove the thin film they get on their surface during the manufacturing process... Instructions for washing the mat are included.

Once you've washed and dried your mat you're ready to begin! After using it for a while, if you find the mat decreasing in stickiness each time you pull it out, this is the typical sign that a light coating of dust or too much body sweat has accumulated on your mat and it needs a light hand washing with very diluted soap and water.

After washing, roll your mat in a thick towel to squeeze out the excess water, otherwise it will take forever to dry in the air... Then, air dry your mat unrolled, inside, and away from sunlight (hanging over the shower bar works nicely).

When you first unroll your mat you will find one end to be a bit curled... Simply alternate the direction you roll your mat (top outside once, then bottom outside next) or the end you start from (curled end once, flat end next time) and you'll find it straightening out more or less over time.

I recommend buying your own yoga mat even if your yoga studio or gym provides them for you... I've worked in many studios and gyms over the years, sometimes management has mats cleaned often, sometimes not... If you bring your own mat you always know where it's been, plus owning your own mat may encourage you to begin valuable practice at home.

For my students who have trouble with their knees in some of the poses requiring the body weight to rest on a knee, I recommend temporarily folding over one end of the mat to get double cushion under the knee while still leaving one layer under the rest of the body... This saves you having to haul more than one mat out each time you practice which can be discouraging especially to the beginner. More Information

Yoga Mat Basics and Different Types of Yoga Mats

2006-04-26T23:16:00.000+09:30

Yoga Mats, are they all created equal? Yoga mats are a basic part of every practice... What you might not realize is that there are several types of yoga mats that you can choose from.

Sticky Yoga Mats - These yoga mats offer a covering for your practice area, as well as some stability for you when doing poses... They are thin, lightweight, and come in a variety of colors... Some of them have guide marks on them to illustrate proper hand and foot placements... In order for these mats to be sticky and prevent you from slipping and sliding, you need to sprinkle them with a small amount of water and let them air dry... You can use these mats for most types of yoga.

Ultra Double Thickness Mats - These extra thick yoga mats are basically sticky mats that are ultra thick... They provide both stability and cushioning which is useful in certain poses... They can be a great choice for Astanga practitioners who often jump from one pose to another, I personally love the ultra thick mats because of the extra cushioning they provide... It is the only type I take with me to classes.

Travel Yoga Mats - This type of yoga mat is great to throw in your suitcase or carryon luggage when you are on the go, so you can practice no matter where you are... Travel yoga mats are very thin, you would use one either on a carpeted floor or on top of a towel or blanket on a floor that isn't carpeted.

Cotton Yoga Mats - These yoga mats are excellent for those types of yoga that traditionally cause you to sweat a lot such as Astanga or Bikram, because they absorb sweat, they help keep you from slipping and sliding during these heat-producing practices... They work best when they are sprinkled with a small amount of water, the damp mat gives you a good amount of traction so your hands and feet stay where you place them.

Many of them have lines in the patterns, which can help with your body alignment... Cotton yoga mats also provide cushioning, they can substitute for blankets by helping to bolster your body during certain asanas... Some people use cotton mats over sticky mats during their practice.

Yoga Mat Bag - A yoga mat bag is a great accessory for carrying your yoga mat or mats to class, work, or anywhere else you need to go... Many have extra space where you can put your keys, water bottle, and tee shirt... The bag protects your mat and helps make it easier for you to transport your yoga gear.

Now that you know about the different yoga mats that are available and what each one does, you choose the right mat or mats for you.

Della Menechella is a yoga and fitness enthusiast who has been involved in fitness for over thirty years... Her website found at Beauty-Fitness-Yoga-Source.com is filled with practical information about how you can make yoga and fitness a positive part of your life... Visit the site and get your free meditation e-book, and more information about yoga mats.

Hey there! Welcome to Yoga Mats Information

2006-04-25T12:28:00.000+09:30

Hello there! Welcome to Yoga Mats Information... Here you will find reviews and advice on yoga mats, yoga mat bags, sticky yoga mats, thick yoga mats, extra long yoga mats, natural yoga mats, plus yoga exercise mats, custom yoga mats, travel yoga mats, yoga pilates mats and much more.