Exercise mats are perhaps most commonly used for yoga but can also be beneficial for a wide range of workouts and exercise routines. You have a wide assortment of exercise mats of all sizes and styles from which to choose. Mikhaila Woodall, yoga instructor at BIÂN in Chicago, says her favorite workout mats are sturdy but lightweight, have a secure grip and are easy to clean.
Best Exercise Mats—Our Top Picks
Reviews of the Best Exercise Mats
Best Overall Exercise Mat: Manduka PROlite Yoga Mat
Best Exercise Mat for Easy Storage: Balanced Body EcoWise Hanging Mat
Best Exercise Mat Bundle: Gaiam Beginner’s Yoga Starter Kit Set
Best Durable Exercise Mat: B YOGA B Mat
Best Exercise Mat for HIIT Workouts: Lululemon The Workout Mat
Just released this fall, the new Workout Mat from Lululemon was created especially for high-intensity workouts. This 6mm mat has a textured top surface that provides helpful traction and is tough enough to take whatever you—or your shoes and fitness equipment—can dish out during a hardcore workout. Lululemon The Workout Mat, $98 at Lululemon
Best Long-Lasting Exercise Mat: Manduka PRO 6mm Mat
Best Exercise Mat for Hot Yoga: Body by Yoga Cork Yoga Mat
Best Exercise Mat for Well-Aligned Yoga Poses: Livity Mandala Cork Yoga Mat
Best Large-Surface Exercise Mat: Gorilla Mats Extra Large Mat
Best Odor-Resistant Exercise Mat: Gaiam Cork Mat
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Sources:
Lalitha McSorley, Physiotherapist at Brentwood PhysioMikhaila Woodall, yoga instructor at BIÂN in Chicago
