In yoga, it's all about the mat. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, yoga school attendant or practicing at home, a mat is the attribute you need. Considering recent events, having your own mat to maintain proper hygiene and safety has become quite necessary.

If you start looking for yoga mats on the internet, you will find that there are so many types of mats on the market that you can easily get confused. With different materials, thicknesses, colors and textures, it's easy to get discouraged in your search.

Here you can find a complete guide to help you choose the best yoga mat for your practice.

First, you need to define the purpose of using the mat. Whether the mat is just for a post-workout stretch or you want to practice hot yoga, the mat definitely needs to be right for you. Choosing the right mat based on its material, size, weight and dimensions will benefit your practice. We'll focus on materials first, then cushioning, size, weight, progression level, and practice style.

Mat material:
PVC yoga mat
For a long time the most popular mats were those made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) as they were usually and are the cheapest). Today, more and more people (especially yogis) are looking for sustainable and pro-ecological solutions. This means that PVC mats will inevitably be eliminated.
PVC is a type of plastic. It can be made softer and more elastic (like a yoga mat) by adding plasticizers (the most widely used are phthalates). PVC, also known as vinyl, is the most toxic plastic. PVC is considered toxic at every stage of its life cycle. It is toxic during manufacture, toxic to the end consumer, and toxic during disposal. As consumers, we are exposed to PVC through inhalation and skin contact. This material is not environmentally friendly and non-biodegradable. It also cannot be recycled. If you want to buy such a mat, make sure the mat has an OekoTex safety certificate. These mats are considered safe, but PVC is still not biodegradable. The only way to get rid of it is to burn it, during which chlorine produces highly toxic and persistent dioxins that end up in soil, fish, animals, water,

PVC mats are generally durable, which is why yoga schools often choose them. They are so easy to clean that you can simply wash them in the washing machine instead of always using special detergents. Plus, they are the cheapest mats on the market.

TPE yoga mat eco friendly yoga

A TPE yoga mat (thermoplastic elastomer) is a physical mixture of polymers (usually plastic and rubber). It is a new and increasingly popular material for the production of floor mats. Its main advantage is its weight, even thick TPE pads are light and easy to transport. Cushions made of TPE are non-deformable and eco-friendly - they can be recycled. The material is antimicrobial, which means it does not allow bacteria to grow and is recommended for allergy sufferers as the cellular structure prevents the absorption of dirt and sweat.

TPE is a very soft material (not as dense and dense as PVC) which may be a disadvantage for some as they prefer a harder material, for others it may be an advantage because The mat can easily be used for Pilates. The anti-slip properties of PVC mats are considered good, but TPE is not very sticky to the floor, which can make your practice unstable.

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