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Heres how some of the best yoga mats on the market measure up.
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Lululemons site states that its mats do contain latex, so people withlatex and rubber allergiesshould steer clear.
The Manduka ProLite is conveniently made from PVC and thus latex-free.
The ProLites material is also closed-cell, which seals moisture and protects bacteria from penetrating the mat.
By comparison, Lululemon uses an antimicrobial additive in its mats to prevent mold and mildew growth.
While the Lululemon was my preference for floor sequences, the Manduka felt better duringsingle-leg and arm balancing poses.
Where the Lululemon mat is a little more responsive, the Manduka offers more in terms of stability.
Grip and Feel
Simply put, neither mat necessarily had a superior grip over the other.
Its more accurate to say that the grip on these mats isdifferent.
Lululemons mat feels smooth and dry.
Cost
As tends to be the case withhigh-quality yoga gear, these mats arent exactly cheap.
Whatever mat you choose, you could trust that youre practicing on an incredibly well-made mat designed for performance.
And the fact that theyre resoundingly approved by yoga teachers doesnt hurt either.
The Harmony, JadeYogas ultra-thick, natural rubber mat, is stunningly non-slip.
Plus, as an eco-friendly brand, JadeYoga plants a tree for every mat sold.
