Top 5 Things you need to know about Large Yoga Mats

Yoga practice has become popular over the years for its physical and mental benefits for all ages and genders. The age-old practice from India is a posture-based physical fitness, stress-relief and relaxation technique that took the western world by storm. 

And while yoga has been traditionally performed inside yoga studios, the intense lockdowns brought upon by the Covid-19 pandemic have made home yoga practice the norm, so too did the home based yoga exercise mat.

Commercial yoga mats for the home gym can be bought through online stores like Amazon and many practitioners of the craft do not know the difference between a premium high-quality yoga mat from the cheap and unsafe ones.

In this article, we have compiled the top questions asked by customers before purchasing their dedicated yoga workout mats. And we want to help you find the best one that suits you and your yoga exercise routines.

So here are the,

Top 5 Things you need to know about Large Yoga Mats.

1. Are yoga mats necessary?

Yes and Yes.

While it’s perfectly ok to do yoga without a mat, it is advisable not to do it as hard and slippery surfaces can cause unnecessary injuries. A hard fall or slip can cause serious injuries to your body while doing yoga poses.

That is why it is highly recommended to use a dedicated yoga mat to ensure comfort and safety with every yoga session at home. A yoga mat’s surface is designed to provide much-needed comfort for your joints and prevents accidents and injuries.

2. Which material is best for a yoga mat?

The best yoga mat material is a high-quality Polyvinyl Chloride foam that provides the best texture, balance, durability, safety, and comfort in absorbing shock and pressure when working out. Active Gear’s best-selling yoga mat is designed with the finest  materials available for a worry-free workout experience.

Compared to cheap, commercial yoga mats which use low-quality PVC as base material, the best yoga mats are made from environment-friendly components and are a lot safer to use. Premium grade yoga mats are also designed to last longer because of their more durable materials.

3. Should a yoga mat be sticky?

It is important that your thick yoga mat is sticky, but it's also important to have some kind of textured surface that makes it non-slip and doesn’t allow it to slide while you are in motion.

ActiveGear’s premium yoga mat has a strong, secure grip for barefoot poses or gymnastics floor work on any surface: tile, carpet, wood or concrete. The textured non-slip surfaces and large size makes it an ideal yoga mat for men, women or partner yoga.

4. Is it better to have a thick or thin yoga mat?

You need to make sure that your yoga mat has high-density foam to cushion all your impacts on the floor and even reduce the noise of your movements effectively. So, with that said, anything below 6mm will be too thin and you will need a thicker mat to give your joints the right support, with 8mm thickness being the optimal for comfort.

Also, depending on your body size, a thicker and larger yoga exercise mat is recommended to ensure that your home mat is strong and wide enough for your body as you do various yoga poses. 

5. How long do yoga mats last?

Cheap commercial yoga mats are made from cheap materials so their durability and longevity might be compromised as compared to premium high-quality yoga mats made by best-selling brands.

The more expensive mats however, will last a lifetime. Most people go for low-quality mats to save money. But these mats won’t last long as they take a toll on your workouts. These mats are not safe to use as well because they are made from cheap PVC material. ActiveGear Quality mats are made from high-density foam to offer more comfort and safety. Plus, they last significantly longer than cheaper quality mats.

In summary, choose a yoga mat for your home the way you choose other purchases in your life. Do not go for cheaper mats as they compromise comfort, functionality, and most important, your safety. 

While you may think that the more expensive but branded mats are not worth it, you will thank yourself for buying them instead of the cheap ones as they are designed to last longer and provide you all the things you need for a very long time.

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