How should I buy good yoga mat?

Question

I am searching for good yoga mat. What should I look for to purchase yoga mat of good quality?

Answer 1

• The Yoga mat must have enough dimension for the comfort of the people of all shapes and sizes
• The yoga mat should have high density foam material so as to give cushioning support to spine, hips, knees and elbows on hard floors while performing postures.
• The yoga mat should not be slippery/slideable. Rather it should be resistant to slipping. Like I have seen slipping of the mat while performing surya namaskar or chakrasana. There are two things - your feet should not slip on the mat as well as the mat should not slide on the floor.
• The yoga mat should be hygienic and therefore should be washable after a certain days of use, as the perspiration during the yoga practice soil the mat. Its quality should not deteriorate after washing or wetting with water.
• The yoga mat should be easy to carry and light in weight.

I have seen one brand - which is better to explore at amazon.in or flipkart.com. Though it is expensive, but it is worth to buy. The brand is Balance for Go Yoga.