Thickness

The thickness of your yoga mat has a lot to do with how comfortable it is. A standard yoga mat is about ⅛ inch thick, vehicles the thickest are about ¼ inch. The thinner the mat the easier it is to transport. Consider how much room you have to stow your may, and where is your sweet spot for comfort versus being able to feel a direct connection to the ground.

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Material

The material your yoga mat is made of affects its texture, stickiness, and eco-friendliness. Most mats are made of PVC, otherwise known as vinyl. Newer options include recycled rubber and organic or natural cotton. The upside of PVS is that it’s long-lasting, and it can endure for over a decade.

Texture

The texture of your mat dictates how much slipping and sliding you do. There are yoga mat textures to suit everyone, from completely smooth to downright rough. If you’re sensitive, a bumpy texture might aggravate your savasana. If you want a mat that prevents slipping and would like to avoid PVC, look for rubber, jute, or cotton mat that has a raised, tactile pattern. If smoothness is important to you, PVS is the way to go.

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If you’re using a communal mat, make sure you clean it with alcohol wipes prior to using it to get rid of bacteria and germs. You can also lay a towel down over the mat to protect you from germs. If you have your own mat, post-workout, take a sponge and body soap to deep clean it. By washing your mat with soap and water, you’re pulling the virus apart, dissolving it in water, and disinfecting it.

The best way to deep clean your mat is to bring it in the shower with you. Work up a lather on the mat with soap and body wash before rinsing it. Then, let it hand dry over the shower curtain rod or outside on a chair or bench. If possible, let it dry in the sun as the UV rays kill bacteria and virus.

When you don’t have time to thoroughly clean your mat, use an alcohol wipe that’s bleach free. After you’ve wiped it down with a wipe, clean it off with a wet paper towel to get rid of any chemical additives from the wipes that might irritate your skin.

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Think About Thickness

Not all yoga mats are equally thick. It all depends on what type of exercises you’ll be doing. The ones when you need more support definitely require a thicker mat. Also, if you are bony, you want a softer and thicker option.

Length

Another factor to consider is the length. The yoga mat you have might not be long enough for you. The standard mat is 24″ x 68″, but taller people can get a longer one that will be perfect for their height. Try it out by getting in a downward dog position. If both your hands and feet are on your met, you have the proper size.

Texture is Important

There are smooth and textured mats to choose between. It all depends on what type of exercises you’ll be doing. The smooth texture is slippery, which means there is the chance of your feet sliding. Rubber mats are in most cases smooth, while jute, cotton and similar materials are textured.

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Thickness

The thickness of your yoga mat has a lot to do with how comfortable it is. A standard yoga mat is about ⅛ inch thick, vehicles the thickest are about ¼ inch. The thinner the mat the easier it is to transport. Consider how much room you have to stow your may, and where is your sweet spot for comfort versus being able to feel a direct connection to the ground.

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A post shared by Manduka (@mandukayoga)

Material

The material your yoga mat is made of affects its texture, stickiness, and eco-friendliness. Most mats are made of PVC, otherwise known as vinyl. Newer options include recycled rubber and organic or natural cotton. The upside of PVS is that it’s long-lasting, and it can endure for over a decade.

Texture

The texture of your mat dictates how much slipping and sliding you do. There are yoga mat textures to suit everyone, from completely smooth to downright rough. If you’re sensitive, a bumpy texture might aggravate your savasana. If you want a mat that prevents slipping and would like to avoid PVC, look for rubber, jute, or cotton mat that has a raised, tactile pattern. If smoothness is important to you, PVS is the way to go.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Yoga Mats – Colchonetas Yoga (@bohobungalow.co)

The post What to Consider When Picking a Yoga Mat appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

If you’re using a communal mat, make sure you clean it with alcohol wipes prior to using it to get rid of bacteria and germs. You can also lay a towel down over the mat to protect you from germs. If you have your own mat, post-workout, take a sponge and body soap to deep clean it. By washing your mat with soap and water, you’re pulling the virus apart, dissolving it in water, and disinfecting it.

The best way to deep clean your mat is to bring it in the shower with you. Work up a lather on the mat with soap and body wash before rinsing it. Then, let it hand dry over the shower curtain rod or outside on a chair or bench. If possible, let it dry in the sun as the UV rays kill bacteria and virus.

When you don’t have time to thoroughly clean your mat, use an alcohol wipe that’s bleach free. After you’ve wiped it down with a wipe, clean it off with a wet paper towel to get rid of any chemical additives from the wipes that might irritate your skin.

The post How to Keep Your Yoga Mat Clean During the Pandemic appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.

Think About Thickness

Not all yoga mats are equally thick. It all depends on what type of exercises you’ll be doing. The ones when you need more support definitely require a thicker mat. Also, if you are bony, you want a softer and thicker option.

Length

Another factor to consider is the length. The yoga mat you have might not be long enough for you. The standard mat is 24″ x 68″, but taller people can get a longer one that will be perfect for their height. Try it out by getting in a downward dog position. If both your hands and feet are on your met, you have the proper size.

Texture is Important

There are smooth and textured mats to choose between. It all depends on what type of exercises you’ll be doing. The smooth texture is slippery, which means there is the chance of your feet sliding. Rubber mats are in most cases smooth, while jute, cotton and similar materials are textured.

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