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The 8 Best Yoga Mats – Guidebook

The 8 Best Yoga Mats – Guidebook

With yoga you can relax and consciously strengthen and train your body. For many people, yoga has become a great balance between work and family in recent years. So that you can consciously enjoy this time of the day, of course, the right yoga mat should not be missing.

We have compared various products and summarized in a checklist what is important when buying a yoga mat. In our product recommendations you will surely find the right yoga mat for you.

Checklist For Yoga Mats

Material
  • Yoga mats can be made of synthetic or natural materials. The materials differ in terms of their cushioning, moisture absorption and slip resistance. They should also be easy to clean and tear resistant.
  • Yoga mats made of cotton, jute or cork are usually relatively thin. They are suitable for quiet and meditative styles of yoga.
  • Thicker yoga mats made of PVC or TPE are suitable for power yoga and for yoga beginners.
Health and Sustainability
  • Yoga mats should be tested for harmful substances such as plasticizers, heavy metals and toxic dyes. Test seals can serve as a guide.
  • Natural materials are characterized by their sustainable properties and are biodegradable. As a guideline, you can orient yourself on the Oeko Tex Standard 100, among others.
  • For sensitive skin, hypoallergenic and antibacterial materials such as pure new wool or cork are recommended.
Dimensions
  • The standard dimensions for a yoga mat are a length of 180 cm and a width of 60 to 70 cm. However, there are also particularly large models that can be up to 100 cm wide.
  • To be able to lie stretched out on the mat, it should be at least 10 cm longer than your body.
Slip Resistance and Grip
  • A non-slip top and bottom are important for the safe execution of yoga exercises.
  • A non-slip coating or a corrugated bottom can ensure that the yoga mat does not slip even on slippery floors.
  • The top of the yoga mat should be grippy even with sweaty hands. This is ensured by a good and grippy surface structure.
Material Density and Dimensional Stability
  • The thickness of a yoga mat is usually between 0.3 and 1 cm. Thick mats of at least 0.6 cm are recommended for beginners and power yoga. They also relieve pressure on the joints.
  • A thick yoga mat should have a high material density and dimensional stability. You can recognize these properties by the fact that pressure points and marks from your body quickly recede. These properties also extend the life of the yoga mat.

Here you can find the top 8 most popular yoga mats.

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The Best Selling Yoga Mats

We have compiled the most popular yoga mats for you in this bestseller list.

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1 Amazon Basics Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Gym Floor Mat with Carrying Strap, 74 x 24 x .5 Inches, Black Amazon Basics Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Gym Floor Mat with Carrying Strap, 74 x 24 x .5 Inches,...
2 Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Carrier Strap, Purple, 72'L X 24'W X 2/5 Inch Thick, 10mm Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Carrier Strap, Purple, 72"L X...
3 Signature Fitness All-Purpose 1/4-Inch High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap, Black Signature Fitness All-Purpose 1/4-Inch High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap,...
4 Signature Fitness All Purpose 1/2-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap, Black Signature Fitness All Purpose 1/2-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with...
5 Gaiam Yoga Mat Classic Print Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates & Floor Workouts, Pink Marrakesh, 4mm, 68'L x 24'W x 4mm Thick Gaiam Yoga Mat Classic Print Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates & Floor...
6 Retrospec Solana Yoga Mat 1' Thick w/Nylon Strap for Men & Women - Non Slip Exercise Mat for Home Yoga, Pilates, Stretching, Floor & Fitness Workouts - Ocean Blue Retrospec Solana Yoga Mat 1" Thick w/Nylon Strap for Men & Women - Non Slip Exercise Mat for Home...
7 Retrospec Solana Yoga Mat 1/2' Thick w/Nylon Strap for Men & Women - Non Slip Excercise Mat for Yoga, Pilates, Stretching, Floor & Fitness Workouts, Violet haze Retrospec Solana Yoga Mat 1/2" Thick w/Nylon Strap for Men & Women - Non Slip Excercise Mat for...
8 Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium Print Extra Thick Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates & Floor Workouts, Metallic Bronze Medallion, 6mm, 68'L x 24'W x 6mm Thick Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium Print Extra Thick Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga,...
9 Primasole 1/2 Thick Exercise Mat with Carry Strap & Case Mat for Yoga Pilates Fintess at Home and Gym 72' L x 24' W Green PSS91NH004A-DG Primasole 1/2 Thick Exercise Mat with Carry Strap & Case Mat for Yoga Pilates Fintess at Home and...
10 Gaiam Essentials Premium Yoga Mat With Carrier Sling (72 InchL X 24 InchW X 1/4 Inch Thick) Gaiam Essentials Premium Yoga Mat With Carrier Sling (72 InchL X 24 InchW X 1/4 Inch Thick)
11 CAP Barbell HHY-CF004B Fitness Yoga Mat, Blue, Original version CAP Barbell HHY-CF004B Fitness Yoga Mat, Blue, Original version
12 YOGATI Yoga Mat Non-Slip Non-Toxic with Carry Strap Yoga Mat with Alignment Lines. Ideal Yoga Mats as Gymnastics Mat, Sports Mat, Fitness Mat, Yoga Mat YOGATI Yoga Mat Non-Slip Non-Toxic with Carry Strap Yoga Mat with Alignment Lines. Ideal Yoga Mats...
13 Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium Print Reversible Extra Thick Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates & Floor Workouts, Lunar Wave, 6mm Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium Print Reversible Extra Thick Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of...
14 Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium Solid Color Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates & Floor Workouts, Dovetail, 5mm Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium Solid Color Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates &...
15 Signature Fitness 1/2-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap, Red Signature Fitness 1/2-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap,...
16 Non Slip, Pilates Fitness Mats, Eco Friendly, Anti-Tear 1/4' Thick Yoga Mats for Women, Exercise Mats for Home Workout with Carrying Sling (72'x24', Parfait Pink & Gray) Non Slip, Pilates Fitness Mats, Eco Friendly, Anti-Tear 1/4" Thick Yoga Mats for Women, Exercise...
17 IUGA Yoga Mat Non Slip Anti-tear Yoga Mats Eco Friendly Hot Yoga Mat Thick Workout & Exercise Mat for Yoga, Pilates and Fitness (72'x 24'x 6mm) IUGA Yoga Mat Non Slip Anti-tear Yoga Mats Eco Friendly Hot Yoga Mat Thick Workout & Exercise Mat...
18 BalanceFrom GoCloud All-Purpose 1-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap (Purple), 71' Long 24' Wide BalanceFrom GoCloud All-Purpose 1-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with...
19 Sunny Health and Fitness Yoga Mat (Blue), Model:31 Sunny Health and Fitness Yoga Mat (Blue), Model:31
20 Primasole Folding Yoga Travel Pilates Mat Foldable Easy to carry to Class Beach Park Travel Picnics 4mm thick Lime Green Color PSS91NH028A Primasole Folding Yoga Travel Pilates Mat Foldable Easy to carry to Class Beach Park Travel Picnics...

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Current Offers For Yoga Mats

Here you can find a selection of current offers for yoga mats.

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FAQ About Yoga Mats

How thick are yoga mats?

Yoga mats vary in thickness. The average yoga mat is about 4 mm thick.

What is important in a yoga mat?

It is important that the yoga mat is non-slip and not too uncomfortable. Also, the quality should be good. Too cheap yoga mats will not last long.

What material for yoga mats?

The most commonly used materials are PVC, natural rubber and TPE. Natural materials like cotton and jute are also often used.