A yoga mat is an essential equipment for practicing yoga, which can help yoga practitioners perform various yoga movements smoothly and safely on it. When using a yoga mat for the first time after buying it, many people don't know which side of the mat is facing upwards? How to distinguish between the front and back of yoga mats? The biggest difference between the front and back of a yoga mat is that one side is rough and the other side is smooth, with the rough side being the front and the smooth side being the back.1、 Which side of the yoga mat is facing upwardsYoga mats are usually rippled upwards, but due to the wide variety of yoga mats available on the market, the specific type depends on the situation. If you are buying a single-sided yoga mat, then the smooth and flat side is facing down from the ground, and the other side has undulating stripes facing up, which is the side where everyone steps on. But if you buy a double-sided yoga mat, then the side with the logo is the front. In this way, it can provide users with a fixed function and also prevent slipping, helping us with training. When using it, be sure not to put the front and back sides upside down.2、 How to distinguish between the front and back of yoga mats1. Searching for the trademark on the cushionThe trademark on the yoga mat is very small and the color is the same as that of the yoga mat, so it needs to be carefully searched, otherwise it cannot be seen at all. The side with the trademark is the front.2. The slippery side is the opposite sideLay the yoga mat flat on the floor, then stand up and stretch out your hands and feet on it to test the strength of your feet and see if it's slippery. If it's slippery, that's the opposite, you should put the yoga mat upside down. If it's not very slippery, it's the front. Because the front of the yoga mat is relatively thick, it can prevent slipping.3. Look at the patterns on itTouch the patterns on the yoga mat with your hands. The thicker side is the front, while the side with almost no or very few patterns is the back, which is tightly attached to the floor.4. Remember the positive directionAfter using the yoga mat multiple times, the patterns on it become blurry. Many people confuse the front and back at this point. Remember the appearance of your front, even if the texture is smoothed out, you can still know the front and back.5. Use mats with deep patternsWhen choosing a yoga mat, you can choose the one with deep patterns that look very obvious, so it is not easy to distinguish errors. Before making a purchase, ask the salesperson which side is positive or negative, so that you can have a clearer understanding of both sides.6. Pay attention to the direction when rolling upWhen rolling up a yoga mat, pay attention to the direction of the mat and habitually fix the outside in a certain direction, such as inside or outside, according to your habits. But you need to fix a direction so that you can remember the front and back easily.

Yoga mats need to be regularly cleaned to ensure hygiene and health, but they should not be washed with water and should be wiped. After wiping, yoga mats should not be directly exposed to the sun, but should be dried in a cool place to prevent accelerated aging. How to maintain a yoga mat? Clean hands and feet before practice, wipe the mat after practice, and clean the yoga mat every other week.1、 Can yoga mats be sunbathedYoga mats should not be exposed to the sun. Most yoga mats are made by using rubber processing materials as a base for extensive compression molding to increase skin friendliness and match the extension during exercise. Therefore, if left exposed to sunlight for a long time, it can easily cause the yoga mat to become brittle and hard, making it prone to cracking or gradually becoming mottled and peeling during use, greatly reducing its lifespan.2、 How to maintain yoga mats1. Clean hands and feet before practiceBecause during practice, hands and feet will constantly come into contact with the yoga mat, using the mat with clean hands and feet can not only prolong its lifespan but also to some extent prevent the spread of bacteria. Washing hands and feet can remove lotion/face cream, etc. They may make you slip during practice.2. Wipe the mat after practiceAfter each practice, use a baby wet wipe or a specialized yoga mat wet wipe or soft cloth to wipe the mat once, and roll it up again after it dries.3. The frequency of cleaning the matGenerally speaking, if using a yoga mat 3-4 times a week, it is recommended to clean the mat every other week to maintain its hygiene. Even if it is not a complete cleaning, try to keep the yoga mat dry and tidy.4. Cleaning methodThe simplest way to clean is to mix two drops of dishwashing detergent with four bowls of water, spray it on the yoga mat, and then wipe it clean with a dry cloth. If the yoga mat is already very dirty, you can gently wipe it with a cloth dipped in laundry detergent, rinse it with clean water, and then roll up the yoga mat with a dry towel to absorb any excess water. The amount of laundry detergent should not be too much to prevent it from remaining on top and causing the mat to lose its anti slip effect.5. Air drying methodAfter cleaning, the yoga mat should be placed in a ventilated and cool place to dry, and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, otherwise it will accelerate the aging of the material.6. Storage methodWhen the yoga mat is not in use, roll it up and tie it with a wool buckle, or lay it flat without folding, otherwise it will have creases and serious cracking. The side used is on the outside, the side laid on the ground is on the inside, roll it up and tie it with straps, and put it in the yoga bag.