Buying guides, comparisons, reviews and care notes — researched and written by a long-time practitioner. Start with the mat that fits how you actually practise, not the one with the loudest marketing.
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A clear, honest guide to choosing a yoga mat — thickness, material, grip, durability and care, based on practice and careful research.
By Marvin Smit·May 28, 2026·14 min read
Roundups
Choose the best yoga mat for hot yoga by wet grip, sweat handling, material, thickness and towel pairing — without fake testing claims or fixed prices.
By Marvin Smit·May 30, 2026·11 min read
Accessories
Choosing a yoga mat bag or carrier? Bag vs sling vs carrier, how to check your mat actually fits, and two honest picks — researched from specs and reviews, no hype.
By Marvin Smit·May 30, 2026·10 min read
Accessories
Choosing a yoga bolster? Rectangular vs round, fill and firmness explained, with two honest picks for restorative practice — researched, no fake testing.
By Marvin Smit·May 30, 2026·10 min read
Accessories
Choosing yoga blocks? Foam vs cork compared, with three honest picks for support, balance and budget — researched from specs and real reviews, no fake testing.
By Marvin Smit·May 30, 2026·11 min read
Reviews
An honest Lululemon yoga mat review — the grip that tops the lists, the 5mm cushion, the real downsides (weight, stains, latex), and who should skip it.
By Marvin Smit·May 29, 2026·8 min read
Care
How to store a yoga mat so it lasts: clean and dry it first, roll it practice-side in, keep it out of sun and damp, and skip the gear you don't need.
By Marvin Smit·May 29, 2026·7 min read
Buying guides
How thick should a yoga mat be? Compare 3mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm mats by practice style, floor type, joint comfort and stability.
By Marvin Smit·May 29, 2026·10 min read
Comparisons
Cork vs rubber yoga mat, compared honestly on grip, cushion, weight, care, eco and latex risk — with a clear pick for sweaty, dry and latex-sensitive practice.
By Marvin Smit·May 29, 2026·8 min read
Roundups
The best yoga mats for bad knees balance cushion and stability. Three honest picks, the real thickness trade-off, and cheaper fixes to try first.
By Marvin Smit·May 29, 2026·11 min read
Roundups
Choose an eco-friendly yoga mat by material, grip, latex risk and care needs — with 5 honest picks and no fake testing claims.
By Marvin Smit·May 26, 2026·14 min read
Roundups
An honest 2026 yoga mat guide comparing 7 standout picks by material, grip, cushion and trade-offs — without fake lab-testing claims.
By Marvin Smit·May 26, 2026·19 min read
Care
Clean your yoga mat without damaging it. Daily wipe-downs, deep cleans, DIY sprays, and material-specific care for rubber, PVC, cork and TPE.
By Marvin Smit·May 25, 2026·9 min read
Honest gear notes and a calm path through the practice. Start where you are, not where you think you should be.
