By: Marcus Peterson
Yoga mats are the small rugs that are used while doing yoga. Rugs provide not only cushioning for the body against the hard flooring but also insulation. Yoga mats are the only equipment used for yoga; hence, buying a good mat is a reasonable investment.
Yoga mats are of different kinds, depending upon the models, patterns, styles, fabrics and textures. Traditionally, yoga mats were made of cotton or jute, but these days, many other materials like silk, velvet and PVC are being used for yoga mats. The main aspects to be considered while buying a yoga mat are: the durability, the comfort, weight and ability to fold. A major essential element in a yoga mat is its ability to grip the floor so that the user does not slip or slide on the floor during the posture. Yoga mats are generally 4-5mm thick, since these mats can be stiff enough for not creasing on the floor while being flexible enough to be rolled up, carried and washed. Yoga mats should also be able to handle repeated washing. Yoga mats these days are also non-toxic and eco-friendly. Other different kinds of mats are: sticky mats, travel mats, foldable mats, light weight mats and others. These mats are available in plain colors as well as interesting colors and patterns.
Yoga mats are available in beautiful and interesting patterns and colors. The most popular yoga mat patterns are: the lotus, the hibiscus, the marigold, zebra prints, leopard prints, stripes, dots, moons and circles. Yoga mats can also be custom-designed with the kind of pattern we want. There are also mats with traditional Indian designs like: Amrit pattern, Mysore pattern, Panipat pattern, etc. The colors of yoga mats can be very attractive, like orange, purple, indigo blue, raspberry, marmalade, fern, mango, beige, lavender, pink and others.
Patterned yoga mats can be found at special yoga stores. The best source for finding a good patterned yoga mat is the Internet. There are websites that host the best deals on yoga mats, which can be compared as well as ordered online.
