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1 comments about Hugger Mugger Mandara Max Yoga Mat (84-Inch, Black).

1. I bought this mat for ashtanga yoga. It's very well made, and a good mat for that type of yoga, with one exception. The ridges on the top of the mat that aid in traction run the length of the mat. There's no criss-cross pattern that might help with traction. Once my hands or feet get sweaty, they start slipping and I have to add a towel. I've used this mat for about a year, and thought maybe that's just how it was going to be. I recently bought a Manduka 85-Inch Yoga Mat (Black), and it doesn't have this problem. In my opinion, the manduka is definitely worth the extra $20.

1 comments about PowerBlock Stand and Bench Mat (36-Inch by 89-Inch).

1. I bought this set about 2 months ago and will never regret the decision. The weights allow maximum range of motion considering they are adjustable weights and haven't created any problems during any type of exercise. The only fault I have found isn't really a fault, it more of a preference. I've been use to rubberized weights and having a spotter so when pushing out the end of the final set, a person can go to muscle failure because the spotter will protect you and the weights can be dropped for a reasonable height. i wouldn't recommend doing this with these weight even though I haven't tried it. This is because one slightly high drop might bend the weight and I wouldn't want this to happen but regardless of this, I have definitely have seen great results from using this set and haven't had a single issue yet. I would completely recommend this to anyone who enjoys working out regularly. Seriously even the HULK endorses power blocks ...

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3 comments about Frelonic Pro Mat - (Three Fold), black.

1. I've spent a considerable amount of time searching for the perfect mat specifically for use with floor exercises such as sit-ups and stretching, and this is the best I've found so far. While standard yoga mats work well for yoga and pilates, I find they lack sufficient density to protect things like knees and elbows from my tile floor. When trying thicker mats, I found that many were too "squishy", allowing the surface area of the mat to collapse under the weight of areas in greatest contact with the floor. If you're looking for a yoga mat, or a mat on which to do aerobics, this isn't what you're looking for. If you're looking for a great mat for stretching and floor exercises, this is it. Here's a quick summary of the pros and cons as I see them:

   Pros:
   - Ultrilure® cover is great. Most mats I've tried are plastic-based, and therefore induce sweating where there's skin-to-mat contact. Not this puppy! That feature alone makes the Frelonic mat my first choice.

   - Superior firmness and density while still only 1/2" thick. Perfect for sit-ups and stretching where there is pressure on sacrum, knees, elbows, and palms. Unlike many other mats, this one will not bottom out.
   - Very lightweight, with thin profile. Makes it easy to tuck away between the couch and the end-table for easy daily access. (I have the Pro Mat, which is the folding model.)

   Cons:
   - It could be a tad bigger. It's 22" wide x 58" long. Although I'm not using it to do yoga or anything where I'm extending the entire length of my body, I do sit upright on it, extending my legs out to either side. In this position (I'm 5' 4"), my heels extend just off the edges of the mat so they press against the hard floor. However, I can live with this, given the other superior aspects of the mat.




2. This mat is under five feet in length, which means (at 5'8") I couldn't even lay flat and be entirely on the mat. In addition, it is less than two feet wide. This might be a great mat for aerobics where you are on your feet, but look elsewhere if you practice Pilates, yoga, or other exercise that involves laying down or sitting with your legs outstretched. (It did seem to be high quality and was very lightweight. If they had a larger size, I would consider buying it.)



3. The Frelonic Mat is not supposed to fit the entire length of your body. It is only necessary to protect the spine, the hips, and the knees. Pilates involves "rolling through the spine" and the extra cushioning of the Frelonic Mat is the only one suitable. To be so picky about the length is just plain being picky.

1 comments about Drishti Standard Yoga Mat.

1. Yoga mats come in three basic thicknesses. At 1/8" this mat is of average thickness. At 24" x 68" it is also the standard width and length. Mats that are about half a thick as this one are good for travel or placing under a thicker mat to provide more traction. The thick mats (3/16") are about 50% thicker than this one and are designed for those who need or want extra cushion.
   
   There are two sides to this and nearly all yoga mats. Look carefully at the 'bumps' on each side of the mat. The larger bumps are designed to face upwards to cushion your hands, feet, and knees during poses while keeping your body from dangerously slipping out of alignment. The smaller bumps are designed to face downwards to grip the floor and keep the yoga mat from sliding. Many mats have a label on one end with the name of the brand. This is typically, but not always, located on the 'up' side. The bumps will tell you for sure.
   
   This yoga mat will increase in softness and stickiness with use. (So do most mats.) They start out mildly sticky and increase in stickiness the more they are used. You will want to wash your mat when it first arrives so as to remove the thin film they get on their surface during the manufacturing process. Instructions for washing the mat are included. Once you've washed and dried your mat you're ready to begin! After using it for a while, if you find the mat decreasing in stickiness each time you pull it out, this is the typical sign that a light coating of dust or too much body sweat has accumulated on your mat and it needs a light hand washing with very diluted soap and water. After washing, roll your mat in a thick towel to squeeze out the excess water, otherwise it will take forever to dry in the air. Then, air dry your mat unrolled, inside, and away from sunlight. (Hanging over the shower bar works nicely.)
   
   When you first unroll your mat you will find one end to be a bit curled. Simply alternate the direction you roll your mat (top outside once, then bottom outside next) or the end you start from (curled end once, flat end next time) and you'll find it straightening out more or less over time.
   
   I recommend buying your own yoga mat even if your yoga studio or gym provides them for you. I've worked in many studios and gyms over the years. Sometimes management has mats cleaned often, sometimes not. If you bring your own mat you always know where it's been. :o) Plus, owning your own mat may encourage you to begin valuable practice at home.
   
   For my students who have trouble with their knees in some of the poses requiring the body weight to rest on a knee, I recommend temporarily folding over one end of the mat to get double cushion under the knee while still leaving one layer under the rest of the body. This saves you having to haul more than one mat out each time you practice which can be discouraging especially to the beginner.

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