Popular Yoga Mats
What is referred to as a premium yoga mat usually means an extra thick mat (although not always) or a mat that offers extra support and traction so that you won’t slip. Premium yoga mats boast durability and such features as a ‘unique waffle texture’ to enhance grip. A premium yoga mat may also mean an eco-friendly or organic choice of mat. Many companies who sell yoga mats have a ‘premium’ mat range.
When it comes to yoga mats, the resounding conclusion one could make is that you really need to try a few different types of mats to find the one that will be perfect for you. Although, premium yoga mats are a popular choice, you can’t ignore the fact that some people find no satisfaction with them and are happier with a ‘standard’ 1/8-inch sticky mat or perhaps an organic cotton yoga mat.
The idea of practicing yoga on a luxurious, soft and extra comfortable mat appeals to many people. Premium or thick yoga mats mean more padding and extra cushioning usually without being too squishy or unstable.
Most of the time the standard yoga mat size is 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) and what is referred to as the thick yoga mat is double this at 1/4-inch (6.4 mm). But just to confuse us, some manufacturers refer to their 1/4-inch (6.4 mm) yoga mats as ‘standard’. It probably makes more sense to refer to the 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) mats as ’standard’ because nothing else that could be used as a yoga mat would be this thin. When you’re ready to buy your thick yoga mat, remember that all manufacturer’s seem to have different sizing and thickness standards so select your mat carefully. There are other yoga mat sizes other than these, usually the thickest is 1/2-inch (12.8 mm) which is very soft and thick.
A premium yoga mat is a luxurious choice but have an open-heart and be prepared to trial and error a few mats before you find ‘the one’. Remember you can always, sell or giveaway the yoga mats you did not love and there are actually quite a few creative ways you can recycle or re-use yoga mats so you don’t feel so guilty about treating yourself to a premium yoga mat that enhances your yoga.
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