Differences Between A Yoga Mat And Towel

Differences Between A Yoga Mat And Towel

Ready to try yoga? Excellent idea. But before running away and investing a lot of money in items and accessories, wait. There are only two main items of equipment that you really need: the yoga mat and the yoga towel. When you're starting, you only need to invest in the mat. Once you discover how enjoyable and beneficial yoga is, you can add a special towel and other equipment.

First things first: The yoga mat

Although yoga can be done in the desert sand or on the beach, it is usually practiced in an indoor studio. One of the main purposes of the yoga mat is to protect you from the floor. At the same time, it serves as a cushion and support for your body when you perform the various yoga positions. The mat also provides a flexible surface to help facilitate movement and balance.

All yoga mats are not the same

You can buy a new yoga mat in an online store for between US $ 15 and US $ 100. You can find some thicker ones for more cushioning and protection, while others are thin enough to allow easier movement. Some are washable and some are more durable. To begin with, a 1/4 to 1/2 inch mat should give you the basic protection and comfort you'll need. At the time of this publication, that type of mattress in almost any color cost less than US $ 20.

Absorbent fabric works: You only have a towel

You will probably transpire when you practice yoga, and you will need to have a towel on hand to dry your perspiration and provide a sanitary barrier between you and the mat. This is particularly important when using a community mat provided by the gym or classroom. Although yoga towels are the right size to fit on a mat and are made of more absorbent microfiber, they are not indispensable. A common absorbent cloth beach towel also serves.

Buy the mat; the towel can wait

Just remember that people have practiced yoga for centuries without any equipment. It starts little by little. Invest your money in a yoga class with a trained instructor to make sure you are doing the correct poses. Concentrate on perfecting your technique, balance, flexibility and breathing. Once you start enjoying the benefits of regular yoga practice, you can buy the equipment, renew your mattress and incorporate a towel. As with any new physical activity program, consult your doctor to make sure you are healthy enough to exercise.

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