If you’re serious about your yoga practice, a flimsy, thin yoga mat just won’t do the trick. A premium yoga mat will provide a solid foundation for your practice, just as runners rely on a good pair of running shoes. The best yoga mats will be supportive and give you comfort without being squishy, will last for years, and will prevent you from sliding during Down Dog:

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Manduka Black Mat PRO

This best-selling, thick yoga mat is luxuriously dense for unparalleled comfort and cushioning. With a superior non-slip fabric-like finish, and simple, elegant design, the Black Mat PRO will revolutionize your practice. Available in 71″ and 85″ lengths.

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Hugger Mugger Tapas Performance Mat

The Hugger Mugger Tapas Performance Mat (formally the Mandara) is specially formulated with ZENZ-IN, an antimicrobial agent. Available in 72″ and 84″ lengths.

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Jade Fusion Yoga Mat

The Jade Fusion Yoga Mat is 5/16″ thick for extra cushion. Great for your yoga/pilates/core fitness practice. Available in 68″ and 74″ lengths.

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Comfort & Support55555
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Durability55555

prAna Revolution Natural Sticky Mat

Biodegradable rubber goes big to give you more room for your practice in this oversized mat. Unique construction provides the ultimate stable and firm practice surface. Available in 78″ length.

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Jade Elite Yoga Mat

A firmer, denser, heavier yoga mat for the advanced practice. Elite’s smoother texture provides a little more give and a little less grab. Available in 24″ and 28″ widths and 68″, 74″ and 80″ lengths.

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