Some Like it Thick (Their Yoga Mats, That Is)

The yoga mat is an essential accessory/equipment for the serious yoga practitioner. It helps you to anchor yourself somewhat to the floor as you attempt to do your poses. When talk to comes to the subject the thickness of yoga mats, I find that people really have their preferences. The standard-issue yoga mats have a lot of fans, of course. They’re... 

Know Your Accessories: Yoga Straps

Yoga accessories exist to help facilitate people into doing the poses required in a yoga class. No one is forced into these positions in yoga class. Yoga has a reputation for demanding flexibility, but yoga is not about flexibility at all. It’s more about creating a union between mind, body, and spirit. That being said, no one should strain themselves... 

On a Quest for the Best Yoga Mat

After enrolling for a yoga class in my neighborhood, I went out to buy a yoga mat which was precisely what I didn’t have. I didn’t want to share or borrow one (other people’s sweat? Do not want) so I headed off to the exercise equipment store and asked for a yoga mat. What followed was a somewhat perplexed look on my face as the salesperson... 

Twisting Myself Into Bikram Yoga Positions

I’ve walked to work many times enough to not be able to avoid a yoga studio advertising Bikram yoga classes. Yoga? Hmm. Bikram yoga. What? Walking by that studio everyday made me really curious as to what it is and why were the people coming out of it so sweaty. My research (coughGooglecough) has yielded these facts: Bikram yoga is a style of... 

What to Wear for Yoga Class

Yoga clothes are, for the most part, much like other exercise clothes. One of the main differences of yoga clothing in particular, and one of utmost importance, is stretch. Yoga deals with a lot of movement, position changes, and stretching so you want to wear clothes that will not restrict any of these. When looking for clothes for your next yoga... 

Choosing Environmentally Friendly Yoga Mats

Yoga mats, like the clothes one wears to yoga classes, are generally of personal preference. Some like traditional yoga mats that are on the thin side, others like thicker ones. The material with which these yoga mats are made varies, but the trend these days is leaning towards environmentally friendly yoga mats, particularly those that are PVC free.... 

Ultra Thick Yoga Mat

We’ve been searching for years for the perfect yoga mat, and this is it! This extra-thick 1/4 inch mat has the cushion, comfort and ‘’stickiness” in so many great colors. (more…)  Read More →

Yogitoes Skidless Premium Mat-Size Yoga Towel

Amazon.com This Yogitoes Skidless premium yoga towel is the only towel created specifically to prevent slipping while practicing yoga. The towel works intuitively: simply place the side with the silicone eco nubs face down on the yoga mat or low-pile carpet. Once you distribute your weight in a yoga posture, the eco nubs start gripping the... 

Nylon Zippered Yoga Mat Bag

Carry your yoga mat easily and comfortably with a zippered yoga mat bag. These bags come in a variety of great colors, and are very comfortable to carry. Made of a lightweight material, including a netted mesh area, these bags allow your mat to breathe and dry. This bag has a zippered closure and a shoulder strap. Mat bags will fit both the 1/8″... 

YogaAccessories 1/4″ Extra Thick Deluxe Yoga Mat

At 6.2mm, the YogaAccessories Extra Thick Deluxe Yoga Mat is a full 1/4” thick, and is one of the thickest mats on the market. The mats come in a variety of colors that are strong and vivacious, but not overpowering in their brightness. This well-made exercise mat will add comfort to your yoga workouts. And because of its high quality, this... 

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