A good yoga mat is one essential part of a soothing yoga. Flexibility and balance asanas are generally performed barefoot. What you need to look for in a good yoga mat are good traction, optimum length, sufficient thickness, and last but not least, a color that soothes your eyes.
Besides these, it is important that the yoga mat doesn’t deform under stress, shouldn’t absorb moisture, and better if it is hydrophobic.
Many yoga experts are of the opinion that the effectiveness of the exercise, correct training, and even motivation and willingness to perform yoga are affected by the choice of your yoga mat.
In today’s Chlorine listicle, we have compiled a list of yoga mats that have all the features a good yoga mat should have while keeping less strain on your budget.
#1 TPE Position Printed Premium Quality Yoga Mat
An affordable yoga mat made of recyclable TPE in a range of colors. This 6 mm thick high-density mat can absorb impact on joints and gives great support to users of any level.
The markings add both aesthetics and convenience to adjust the starting position.
Specifications:
- Material: Eco-friendly TPE
- Length: Extra Long 183cmX61cm
- Thickness: 6 mm
- Water Resistant: Yes
- Traction: Anti-slip
- Pattern: Carved Print
- Print Type: Cosmic Array
#2 Double Sided NRP TPE Thick Yoga Mat 2021
If you don't have previous experience with yoga mats then pay attention to models made from natural rubber. It is best if the mat is thick enough to be laid on any surface.
That's exactly what this double-sided rug with piped edging is. Soft to touch, elastic, and deformation-resistant, the mat can be used on both sides.
Users liked the quality of the product as this inexpensive yoga mat is really comfortable to use and meets the stated specifications. T
Specifications:
- Material: NRB
- Thickness:10 mm
- Traction: Slip-resistant
- Dimensions: 183cmX61cm
- Deformation: Deformation-resistant
- Decoration: Piped Edging
- Eco-friendliness: NBR, recyclable.
#3 New Super Anti-slip EVA Fitness Yoga Mat
This comfortable foam mat is suitable for beginners as it is not designed for difficult standing poses or inverted asanas. Foam mats are not recommended for dynamic yoga with frequent changes of posture, as they slide and stretch.
But for a leisurely yin yoga with a predominance of lying or sitting postures, this option is suitable. Also, the EVA mat can be used for Pilates.
Specifications:
- Material: EVA
- Thickness: 3-6 mm
- Dimensions: 173cmX61cm
- Water-resistant: Yes
- Traction: Slip-resistant
- Eco-friendly: Yes
- Colors: Blue, Pink, Purple, Green