How do I buy the right yoga mat?

If you want to buy ayoga mat , there are many choices in terms of material, length, width and thickness oftheyogamat .
Some yoga mats are suitable for every yoga style, while some mats will not be suitable for that style .
On For example , a PVC mat is more likely to slip during a hot yoga class.
It is therefore important that you check which type ofyoga mat suits you.  
 
When you find your idealyoga mat , it will make your yoga sessions even more enjoyable !

What to pay attention to?

The yoga style(s) you practice partly determines which type ofyoga mat will suit you well .
In addition, the degree of comfort that theyoga mat gives you and the desired stability play a role in making a choice.
You may also have a preference for the material theyoga mat is made of .
If you attach great importance to the use of ecological, environmentally friendly materials , you can opt for one eco yoga mat . 
Your body type and height can also play a role in choosing the right mat. 
 
We also understand that you look at the price of theyoga mat . What we would like to advise you here is:
If you practice yoga regularly, do not save on the purchase price of ayoga mat .
This way, a high-qualityyogamat will last you a very long time (sometimes even for life) and will provide you with optimal support during your workout your yoga sessions. 
 
By choosing the rightyoga mat , you will enjoy it for a long time . We will now discuss the above points in more detail so that you can find the perfectyoga mat ! 

Yoga mat dimensions

The standard size of a yoga mat is 60 x 180 cm. If you are wider or taller, a larger size is nice.
In our range you will therefore also find extra long and extra wide yoga mats. 

For different yoga styles

W ith mobile, active forms of yoga, it is important that the yoga mat provides sufficient grip . Of course you don't want to slip .
If you practice more static forms of yoga , you will attach more importance to comfort.
While soft, thick yoga mats provide extra support for Yin yoga, for an intensive Vinyasa flow you prefer a thin mat with extra grip.
At Yogisha you will find yoga mats for every style of yoga. Use the yoga style filter to immediately see all yoga mats that match the yoga style you practice.

Thickness of the yoga mat

Most mats in studios have a standard thickness of 4 or 5 mm. However, a thicker yoga mat of 6mm or more can be nice :
for example for practicing gentle yoga styles. For dynamic forms of yoga, a thin mat of <4mm is nice:
a soft (thick) mat causes more instability during balance exercises. By taking the following advantages and disadvantages into account,
always choose a yoga mat that suits your needs. 

Thick yoga mat

Thin yoga mat

Material of the yoga mat

Below you will find more information about the yoga mats made of natural rubber, PVC, wool and cork.