Yoga Skidless

What Is a Skidless Yoga Mat?

A Yoga skidless mat towel is mat-sized (or larger) section of extremely absorbent, especially strong material (usually synthetic) which is comparable to the one used in gym towels. This material has been specifically developed to absorb large quantities of moisture while still permitting air to pass through. A layer of non-skid coating is oftentimes added to one side of the towel to make it grip to the yoga mat. If this is done, the layer usually uses tiny silicon nubs that attach firmly to the surface of your Yoga mat. Most towels follow this design with a few variations.

How Will This Help Me?

During a Yoga workout, particularly the more demanding ones, your body will start to sweat, and this moisture might cause you to slip off the mat when doing different positions. This is a universal problem, and can be a cause of distraction during the Yoga session. Your mat may even become slippery to the point of being dangerous if you don’t take care of this problem. To handle this issue, Yoga mat towels were developed that will absorb moisture rapidly and help in keeping you stabilized as you go through your poses.

What Are Other Benefits?

By using a Yoga towel you incorporate a hygienic layer between you and the mat's surface by confining any bacteria on the mat's surface in the fabric of the towel. Following your session you can simply wash the towel to have a clean surface for your next workout. Some towels also include antimicrobial fibers, guaranteeing their freshness for longer periods of time. This is very advantageous if you’re using mats at the gym that are used in other classes.

As soon as you try one of these skidless yoga mat towels, you won’t ever go back! It is far better than keeping a hand towel close by and disturbing yourself every few minutes to endeavor to dry off the mat after you begin to sweat.