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3 Options ConsideredPriceWeightMaterial
Lululemon Reversible Mat
5.24 lbsRubber
Manduka PRO
7.5 - 9.5 lbsPVC
Jade Harmony
5.1 lbsRubber
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Lululemon Reversible Mat

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Alex
Gerda
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It works for different workouts

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This is a versatile two-sided mat. The brightly colored side works great for hot yoga where you sweat a lot. Meanwhile, the black side is more sticky and works great for standing poses.
Alex
Gerda
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Great for hot yoga

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During hot yoga sessions, you will sweat a lot, so you need something that can hold up in extremely wet conditions. The colored side of the mat works great for this purpose: it has a great grip sweat absorption, while the antimicrobial additive in the fabric prevents the growth of bacteria, mold, a...
Alex
Gerda
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Provides good support for your knees and joints

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This mat has just the right thickness (5 mm) to support your knees and elbows comfortably, without making them sink into the cushioning.
Alex
Gerda
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It gets dirty pretty quickly

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The mat is completely smooth, with no ridges or bumps like on other mats. All kinds of debris get stuck pretty easily and are hard to get out of it.
QueenTasha
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Wears out very quickly

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After three weeks of vigorous practice, the top surface wore out.
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Manduka PRO

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Gerda
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Great support for knees and joints

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This mat is very thick, 6.35 mm (1/4"), and has a dense cushioning that provides great support and decreases the pressure exerted on your joints.
Alex
Gerda
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It's long-lasting and easy to clean

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This mat is made for heavy-duty use. The thick layer of PVC can withstand direct sunlight, moisture, and a lot of physical tear, so it is likely to serve you for many years. And to clean it you can simply use a wet cloth.
Alex
Gerda
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It comes with a lifetime warranty

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Manduka offers a lifetime guarantee for this mat as a testimony to how confident they are in the quality of their product. If something does happen to the mat, they promise to replace it.
Alex
Gerda
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It's expensive

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This mat will be suited for people who are already committed to doing yoga. If you're just starting out, it might be a good idea to check out cheaper options (they start as low as $10) before investing such a considerable amount.
Alex
Gerda
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It's pretty heavy

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This is not the most convenient mat to carry around: it's pretty thick and heavy (up to 9.5 lbs).
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Jade Harmony

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Alex
Gerda
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It provides good support and grip without being thick and heavy

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Usually, rubber mats aren't as sticky as PVC or foam, but this one has a porous texture that provides a really good grip, even when it's wet from sweat. It's also pretty thin (and, therefore, light) at 3/16 of an inch, yet provides good cushioning for your knees and elbows.
Alex
Gerda
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It's great for standing poses

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This mat is great for standing poses because it is thin and sticky, which makes it easy to hold balance, unlike with thick mats that may protect knees and elbows but have too much cushioning to stand comfortably.
Alex
Gerda
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It's produced in an eco-conscious way

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Unlike the large part of producers who opt for using PVC, Jade choose to make their mats out of natural rubber because it's a biodegradable material and it doesn't cause any damage to the ozone layer as its being produced.
Alex
Gerda
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The lifespan is very limited

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Being a fairly thin mat made out of a natural material, the Harmony probably won't serve you more than about a year. It's susceptible to external factors such as direct sunlight and moisture and will eventually start to degrade. If you're looking for a mat that will serve you for many y...
Alex
Gerda
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Can be hard to clean

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Since this mat has an open-cell, porous structure, it absorbs sweat and oil and keeps it inside. It will require a little extra maintenance to remain clean. It would be a good idea to clean it with warm water and perhaps use a little oil after each workout.
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