Yoga is designed to relax the mind and body, but no one should bust out a headstand without having a supportive mat (or yoga towel). Not only will it hurt, but it will disrupt your attempt to get zen.

Yoga is a great exercise option if you want to calm your mind and relieve stress at the same time. Thanks to its minimal space requirement and simple equipment, it's accessible and easy to do in the ...

The Gaiam Yoga Mat is on sale at Amazon for 36% off, and shoppers say it's "comfortable, durable, and stays in place." ...

The Jade Harmony yoga mat is an excellent buy if you’re after a sustainable and earth-friendly mat without compromising grip and durability. Why you can trust Live Science Our expert reviewers spend ...

A heavy, thick yoga mat that lays perfectly flat, the Manduka PRO yoga mat comes in 13 colors and is ideal for a smooth yoga practice but lacks the grip we'd hoped for. Why you can trust Live Science ...

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“Regular yoga mats often leave my wrists in pain because they’re just too thin and don't protect my joints from the floor nearly enough,” SELF’s senior commerce editor says. “My Bala mat, however, is ...

Not all yoga mats are created equally. Key things to keep in mind when mat shopping are grip, thickness, material and size — not to mention your preferred workout. If you’re an advanced yogi who ...