harmful chemicals used in yoga mats

Yoga Mats – How do you choose?

A short article highlighting the three most important things to think about when buying a yoga mat. Ow! …… you’re supposed to be serene but, your ankles are digging into the floor, your knees are killing you and your yoga mat stinks. Why did you bother! But, don’t give up on the asanas yet, just [...]

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Should I just buy a cheap mat for yoga?

If you want to buy a discount yoga mat make sure it’s a discount eco yoga mat and not a cheap pvc yoga mat Everyone I know started practising yoga with a standard discount sticky yoga mat.  Dirt cheap and easily available you can understand why they are the default choice but, if you care [...]

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What are yoga mats made of?

You might be surprised to know what goes into yoga mats  – yoga might not be as healthy as you think. Apparently, yogis used to sit on tiger skins, as a representation of the domination of the ego. Not a choice many of us would make today but, what are the alternatives and are they [...]

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