Best yoga mat

Looking for a new yoga mat? We can help. An essential for any modern yogi, a quality yoga mat can make all the difference when it comes to your session. Perhaps your floors at home are a little too hard, or perhaps you need a mat for the gym? Whatever your reason, these mats are a surefire way to improve your yoga and Pilates—not to mention plenty of other fitness-related activities, such as hip raises, planking, sit-ups, and more.

Above all, a good mat should be rollable, comfy, and relatively thick. This way, you can take your mat wherever your next session is, and it will sufficiently cushion your knees and elbows during the class. Plus, they should, of course, be chic and affordable. Bonus points if they are eco-friendly! So, take a look through our selections below, and pick out your favorite. 

Our top yoga mat, the BalanceFrom GoYoga yoga mat is easy to clean, thick, and tear-resistant. Oh, and it comes in seven colors, so you have plenty of options to choose from. To learn more about this and the other great mats out there, read on.

Currently, working out on hard flooring such as tiles? You need something that's heavily padded. Enter the BalanceFrom GoYoga yoga mat. It's our top pick of the best yoga mat at half an inch deep! Though thick, it's still lightweight and it boasts great grip as well as being easy to clean. It's the only way to cushion those elbows and knees while still being able to balance.

At 71-inches long and 24-inches wide, this mat is an average size. It rolls up so it is easy to store and it comes with a carrying strap so you can take it with you to the gym or work.

Yep, we love this UMINEUX yoga mat. Available in an adorable roster of colorways— from parfait pink and gray to true navy and light blue—this mat is both inexpensive and highly functional. With a double-sided non-slip design, the mat has a specially textured surface to prevent sweaty hands or feet from sliding. Plus, you'll be pleased to hear that this option comes with a bag and a carrying strap. Oh, and we should also mention that it features a smart body alignment system, helping the user to maintain correct positioning.

Sizing in at 72-inches long and 24-inches wide, the mat has a thickness of a quarter of an inch and is made from environmentally friendly TPE material.

We've picked the Heathyoga eco-friendly non-slip yoga mat as our best yoga mat for beginners for a number of reasons, but mostly because it offers guidance in the form of intelligent markers. The unique and patented alignment system shows where your hands and feet need to be and offers peace of mind that you're performing each move correctly. It's also eco-friendly as it's PVC-free and free from toxic materials and latex. It benefits from a strong grip, even when you are a little sweaty. 

Wider than most other yoga mats, this Heathyoga yoga mat is large at 72-inches long and 26-inches wide. It's 6mm thick and it comes complete with a strap for storage and carrying.

The eco-friendly Manduka PRO yoga mat is the best option if hot yoga is your preference. Not only is it 100 percent latex-free and Oeko-Tex certified, but it's also slip-resistant, non-sticky, and travel-friendly. Highly dense to cushion your joints, it can be used on everything from carpet to cement and hardwood floors.

This yoga mat comes in two size options: 71-inches long or 85-inches long.

Choose the TOPLUS yoga mat if you're after an affordable, eco-friendly yoga mat that's made from TPE – a kind of natural latex that can be reused and recycled to prevent environmental pollution. Just because it's kind on the planet, doesn't mean it lacks features – it's thick, lightweight, and non-slip. It's also double-layered. 

With a width of 24-inches and a length of 72-inches, this yoga mat benefits from being 0.2-inches wide. It offers a large and extremely soft area to stretch those muscles in comfort. And it comes with a carry bag and a strap included.

Our verdict

Well, there you have it. If you haven't quite picked out your favorite, don't sweat it – save that for your workout. Go ahead and refresh your memory below.

Our chart-topping choice, the BalanceFrom GoYoga yoga mat is a tear-resistant, easy-clean option we just know you'll love. Shopping on a budget but won't skimp on quality? Try the UMINEUX yoga mat. Just starting out? This Heathyoga eco-friendly non-slip yoga mat is great for those dipping their toes into the world of yoga.

What about something for hot yoga sessions? Go for the Manduka PRO yoga mat. Finally, for an eco-friendly choice that won't break the bank, it simply has to be the TOPLUS yoga mat.

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