What's the truth about this year's best yoga mats?
Feeling fed up with a worn out yoga mat?
Maybe you’ve tried (and ditched) several yoga mats already. When yoga mat woes have you down, it’s time to replace a flimsy mat with one that is expertly crafted.
There are so many yoga mats to choose from... Is it possible to confidently pick one that has guaranteed quality?
Imagine having the one yoga mat that does it all:
- Provides superior support
- Doesn’t move around or slip when sweaty
- Easy to clean
- Doesn’t stink like chemicals
- Environmentally friendly
- Expresses your creative side
- Cozy for long savasanas
We took our favorite Yoga Mats for the Devoted collection and revealed the truth about what makes these yoga mats truly the best of 2017.
We rigorously rated our best yoga mats for 2017 based on 10 important questions…
- Is it supportive?
- Does it feel good?
- Is it sweat-proof?
- Is it easy to clean?
- Is it made from great materials?
- Is it eco-friendly?
- Does it smell?
- Is it easy to carry?
- Is it artistic?
- Does it support a good cause?
1. Is it supportive?
Yes!
These professional mats are extra long and thick compared to standard mats. So, if you’re tall (or tend to move around a lot) this mat is perfect.
The base is thickly lined, and won’t slide around on the floor.
Mat size: 72" x 24" x 5mm thickness
2. Does it feel good?
Yes!
The texture of these mats are surreal. On first impression, it’s shocking how soft the microfiber surface is to touch. Caution - you might start to snuggling with your mat in class!
3. Is it sweat-proof?
Yes!
There’s no need to line these mats with a towel because your grip actually improves as you sweat.
The no-slip, ultra-absorbent surface is engineered to maximize traction, whether you’re practicing slow and steady or jamming with hot yoga.
4. Is it easy to clean?
Yes!
You might imagine my horror when I spilled a post-yoga smoothie all over my mat.
My brain yelled at me:
No!!! I’ll never get that out!
Surprisingly, simply wiping the mat down with a damp cloth and mild soap totally cleaned the mess. Not a stain was left!
5. Is it made from great materials?
Yes!
A special sublimation dye printing process is used to ensure that the design will never fade, even with lots of use.
The base of this yoga mat is made of 100% natural rubber.
Plus, there is absolutely no harmful, synthetic PVC.
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6. Is it eco-friendly?
Yes!
This mat is made with natural rubber, which is recyclable, renewable, and sustainably resourced.
7. Does it smell?
No!
Fresh from the package, the mat smelled minimally of the plastic liner. This smell went away within a couple of hours of being opened.
With long-term use, the mat stays fresh. You won’t hesitate to rest your face on this non-stinky (and very soft) yoga mat!
8. Is it easy to carry?
Yes!
Although these mats are very sturdy, they weigh just 5 pounds each.
They’re especially easy to carry in a great, 100% natural cotton canvas mat bag.
9. Is it artistic?
Yes!
All mats in the Yoga Mats for the Devoted collection are inspired by yogis and designed by independent artists.
With so many options and colors to choose from it’s possible to choose a unique mat that expresses your creative side.
10. Does it support a good cause?
Yes!
A portion of each mat sale goes back to the indie artist and yogi team that designed it.
Click here to discover our favorite artist-inspired collection!
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