✓ YOUR MATCH
A joint-friendly mat for getting started
WHY THIS FITS YOU
✓The Gaiam Premium 6mm mat is a beginner-friendly pick with joint-friendly cushioning.
✓The Manduka PRO is the step-up option if you practice more often, and resistance bands add stretching variety.
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Examples to start with
#1 Top match
Gaiam Premium 6mm Yoga Mat
Outdoor Gear Lab’s pick for new yogis, with joint-friendly cushioning.
Who it’s for: Beginners and occasional use
Features
- ✓6mm thick with joint-friendly cushioning
- ✓Non-slip solid-color design
- ✓Outdoor Gear Lab’s pick for new yogis
- ✓Listed as best value by Runner’s World UK
#2 Also great
Manduka PRO Yoga Mat (6mm)
Outdoor Gear Lab’s best mat tested: excellent cushion, solid grip even when sweaty, and a long lifespan.
Who it’s for: Regular practitioners who want a long-lasting mat
Features
- ✓6mm thick with excellent cushion
- ✓Solid grip even when sweaty
- ✓Long lifespan
- ✓Outdoor Gear Lab’s best mat tested
#3 Another solid pick
WHATAFIT Resistance Bands with Handles
Outdoor Gear Lab praised its performance for the cost.
Who it’s for: Beginners and budget buyers
Features
- ✓Resistance bands set with handles
- ✓Outdoor Gear Lab: great performance at a surprisingly low price
- ✓Suited to beginners and budget buyers
