A yoga mat is basic equipment for practitioners of yoga, and choice of this material is very important for the execution of the many postures in the floor exercises of this physical wellness and well-being pursuit. Base materials of yoga mats vary. Some are made of cotton, mesh, rubber or synthetic PVCs with closed cells. Thickness, likewise, differs to suit the individual preferences of the yoga practitioners. Many, however, go for the extra thick cushioning of the sticky yoga mat for protection from bruising while executing difficult postures on the floor.
The lifestyle company Gaiam (http://www.gaiam.com) has one product, Premium Sticky Yoga Mat that appears as one of the more suitable choice among mats of similar purpose. This particular Gaiam mat is double the thickness of standard mats, features a slip-proof surface as no latex material is incorporated into the design.
To complement this type of mat, Gaiam’s product catalog also purveys the virtues of its Sticky Mat Towel. This towel matches to a “T” the yoga mats with non-slip, raised surfaces, adding up to an exercise surface that is hygienic and with perfect body grip. This hypoallergenic towel is made of lightweight and absorbent material which is machine washable and dries quickly.
Another sticky yoga mat worth considering is that from MatsMatsMats.com, which is being marketed to help an anti-breast cancer campaign. Customers purchasing this mat will be pleased to note that 10% of the purchase prices will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. This mat is hence aptly branded as “Help Fight Breast Cancer” mat, and is available in pink. Lightly textured, this mat has a sticky, high tack surface but with a soft and smooth feel that should make each yoga session a comfortable and enervating experience.