Whether you are in your local studio or an Indian ashram, there is something comforting about having a sturdy grip beneath your feet while you practice. Most studios will provide mats for a small cost, yet there is nothing like having the right yoga mat to improve your postures. Grip, size, colour, shape and durability will all affect your practice so why not find the one which is a perfect fit.
B Yoga
B Yoga are founded on five common principles: honesty, openness, truth, goodness and focus. As you step onto the revolutionary rubber of the B Mat let its extra cushioning use these principles in your own practice, £50.
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HUGGER MUGGER
This beautifully marbled yoga mat is part of the Hugger Mugger Nature Collection, and is styled on their famous Tapas Sticky Mat. One of the first brands to create mats specifically for yoga, this heavy metal, phthalate and latex free style is for the eco-friendly yogi, £20.
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PRANA
The intricate design of this Prana E.C.O. mat has made it one of their best sellers, which is no surprise as it also has fantastic grip and wearability too. The bright colours also come toxic-free, as there is no PVC, chloride and latex, so no reactions. It is biodegradable too! £37.
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MANDUKA
Loved by yoga teachers all over the world, this vibrantly coloured eKO mat by Manduka is a front-runner when it comes to grip, support and durability. Enjoy your practice with peace of mind with the knowledge that Manduka also supports eco-responsible, toxic-free manufacturing, and fair trade labour, £35.
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LIFORME
The Aston Martin of yoga mats and with a hefty price tag to match. The Liforme yoga mat has been developed with lines to help you with alignment. When you are told to place your feet in line with your heels, you can do so with confidence, £100.
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YOGA DESIGN LAB
Born in Bali, the Yoga Design Lab fuses aesthetics with practicality, and ensures their products always have an eco-conscious edge. This all-in-one combo mat is anti slip, and so means you never need to bring that extra towel to class again, £54.
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YOGA MATTERS
This classic yoga mat by Yoga Matters is said to be the most used model in their studio. Special grip technology means that the surface actually becomes more grippy the more it is used. What's more, it's cushioned thickness means it's always easy on the knees, £28.
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