5 Things To Look For in a Good Yoga Mat – Ravenox
![5 Things To Look For in a Good Yoga Mat – Ravenox](http://www.ravenox.com/cdn/shop/articles/5-things-to-look-for.jpg?v=1528941490)
Picking out your first—or next—yoga mat shouldn’t be something you do without guidance. They aren’t all the same, and there are a few key traits that all yogis should consider before laying down the cash for a mat.
Picking out your first—or next—yoga mat shouldn’t be something you do without guidance. They aren’t all the same, and there are a few key traits that all yogis should consider before laying down the cash for a mat.
Obviously, there’s the matter of color and design, but what about length, width, grip, material, and thickness? There’s more to think about than it appears but, luckily, we’ve got a handy list ready for you to dive into before you make your next mat purchase.
![](http://www.ravenox.com/cdn/shop/products/Ravenox-Twisted-Cannabis-Hemp-Rope-Natural-Cordage-Dog-Leash-Lead-Brass-Snap.jpg?v=1638306516)
Handmade Hemp Rope Dog Leash – Ravenox
![](https://cdn.thewirecutter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/yoga-mats-2x1-lowres-6836.jpg?auto=webp&quality=75&crop=2:1&width=1024)
The 5 Best Yoga Mats of 2024
![](https://d1nymbkeomeoqg.cloudfront.net/photos/14/65/268041_1878_XL.jpg)
How to Choose a Yoga Mat - GearLab
![](https://www.verywellfit.com/thmb/kE-qoA0Nf-2M3q9o1z6ngq9JijI=/fit-in/1500x2667/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Manduka-PRO-Yoga-Mat-Black-nick-kova-photo-03-d94f7f704b3d4998a6dcd28cfd912339.jpeg)
The 18 Best Yoga Mats of 2024, Tested by Verywell Fit
![](https://d1nymbkeomeoqg.cloudfront.net/photos/28/43/405777_29786_XL.jpg)
The 7 Best Yoga Mats of 2024
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0838/8677/products/close-up_1000x1000_ff35425e-ab46-474b-918a-5d6f5f4694d0.jpg)
Yoga Mat Sling Harness – Ravenox
![](https://theroadlestraveled.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/613A1542.jpg)
Yoga Mat Guide for EveryBODY - The Road Les Traveled
![](https://d1nymbkeomeoqg.cloudfront.net/photos/28/42/405725_27240_XL.jpg)
The 7 Best Yoga Mats of 2024
![](https://d1nymbkeomeoqg.cloudfront.net/photos/28/54/406972_1681_XL.jpg)
The 7 Best Yoga Mats of 2024
Description, Macramé Cotton Tote for Pilate's and Yoga, Adjustable cotton strap for yoga, Pilates, Blankets & Beach Towels, Our cotton yoga mat
![](https://www.ravenox.com/cdn/shop/products/CottonMacrameYogaMatStrap-Black-2_900x.jpg?v=1679850660)
Adjustable Cotton Yoga Mat Carrier
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/747YA1EWdyw/hq720.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEhCK4FEIIDSFryq4qpAxMIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJD&rs=AOn4CLCQTjWI-5xua0_ucpvwvwhhQL9SFQ)
Yoga Mat Buyer's Guide - Our 10 Favorite Yoga Mats On the Market
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3ZJDNI8ScEg/maxresdefault.jpg)
Top 10 Yoga Mat for Beginners in 2023 (Best Selling)
![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/H5BM84L7qUs/mqdefault.jpg)
HOW TO CHOOSE A YOGA MAT, Best yoga mats 2021
![](https://imageio.forbes.com/specials-images/imageserve/6446e83c047cea6790a3babc/0x0.jpg?format=jpg&height=900&width=1600&fit=bounds)
Best Yoga Mats 2024 - Forbes Vetted