Yoga is an aerobic exercise that can strengthen heart and lung function, improve metabolism, and also promote body beauty and health preservation, correct spinal deformities caused by poor sitting posture, and enhance self-confidence. When practicing yoga, it is necessary to have a professional yoga mat laid underneath to prevent slipping and protect the body from harm. What is a yoga mat? What is the function of a yoga mat? Let's take a look below.

1、 What is a yoga mat

Yoga mat is a mat placed underneath during yoga practice. Yoga mats can be divided into traditional yoga mats and upright yoga mats. Traditional yoga mats are yoga mats without lines, while upright yoga mats are yoga mats with lines. They not only have the same functions as traditional yoga mats, but also guide the practice of more scientific and precise yoga postures. The materials of yoga mats are generally divided into rubber foam, TPE foam, PVC foam, EVA, latex mats, NBR mats, etc.

The surface particles of the yoga mat are uniform, the bubbles are full, the feel is soft, and it is non-toxic, odorless, non slip, and has strong rebound ability. It has strong tear resistance and is an ideal choice for yoga practitioners. In addition, yoga mats can effectively block the cold air on the ground, have strong grip, outstanding resilience, smoothness, slip resistance, and skin affinity. And it can also be used for other fitness activities, suitable for children to play with and use as a camping mat.

2、 What are the functions of yoga mats

Yoga mats are an essential accessory for yoga enthusiasts. Yoga mats have a soft and elastic touch, and their anti slip effect makes your standing and sitting feel safe and sturdy. The function of a yoga mat is not only to prevent slipping, but also to provide some protection. When we are doing some knee landing movements, if the cushion is too thin, the knee will have a strong sense of compression with the ground. Laying a yoga mat flat on the ground for yoga can prevent injuries to the spine, ankles, hip bones, knee joints, and other areas. Practicing yoga on a yoga mat can help protect the body.