Yoga mat

Choosing the right yoga mat

A mat is more than just an accessory. It's your anchor, your practice space, an extension of your breath. But with so many models to choose from, how do you find the one that's right for you? Material, thickness, grip, and usage... This guide will guide you step by step.

The essential criteria

1. Adhesion and stability
A good mat won't slip. It stays in place during your poses, even if you sweat. To achieve this, choose a material with strong grip and a non-slip surface.

2. Comfort and thickness
Depending on your joints, your practice, and your sensitivity, you will need a mat of varying thickness. Between 1 mm (travel size) and 6 mm (studio size), it all depends on your comfort needs.

3. Matter and ethics
Some rugs are made from natural materials (cork, natural rubber), others from recycled or technical materials (PU, microfiber, TPE). It's up to you to choose according to your priorities: durability, ecology, performance, maintenance, etc.

4. Personal practice
Do you practice at home, in a studio, or outdoors? Do you do gentle or dynamic yoga? Do you need a mat that's foldable, washable, or lightweight to carry? All of these answers will guide your choice.

Mats available at Yogaterrae

• Natural rubber + PU
Premium, ultra-grippy mats, perfect for intensive practice or with shoes. Ideal for dynamic yoga or fitness sessions.

• Cork & natural rubber
Eco-designed, gentle on joints, perfect for hot yoga or sensitive skin.

• Suede microfiber + natural rubber
Soft touch, machine washable surface, ideal for gentle yoga, yin or retreats.

• Two-tone TPE
An affordable, latex-free choice, perfect for beginners or advanced users, with comfort and safety.

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