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I just got an email from YogaAccesories.com about coupon they’re offering for the month of August. You can use it and save 15% on any order over $75 at their site. Just use coupon code AFSAV15 at checkout, and remember that the offer expires on 8/30/09.

If you need some accessories, this looks like a good time to buy.

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Over on the New West Community Blogs, Brooke Hewes writes about practicing yoga without a yoga mat.  Now although the idea of really being in touch with the Earth and Sky sounds interesting, I like the cushion and traction of a good hot yoga mat.  Perhaps they need to design a material for the floors in yoga studios that’s a hot yoga mat without a yoga mat.

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There are many things a woman needs in this day and age. An extra thick yoga mat might be one of them. I find that as time goes by, as a female, I need to know more and I just generally need more. I need more comfort, I need more luxury, and what is wrong with that? This covers all aspects of my daily routine. Even when I work out, I need to be comfortable. Just because you are working out does not mean you need to feel like you are sitting on a pile of rocks. The essence of yoga is comfort, taking it slow, relaxing into a newer body. It is not body building where you need to smash your head against a brick wall whenever you work out. You need to sit, or lie down, and you do not want to be uncomfortable or get hurt.

You will find that yoga mats where not as always thick as you can get them these days, I guess it is because either floors are harder or we have gotten a bit heavier, but an extra thick yoga mat sure is comfortable. The best part of these mats is that you can find them in almost any color. So you will be able to get a thick yoga mat to suit your personality, or even your mood on the day you take a class, so you will have to get a few for every mood. The other cool thing about these mats is that they come in many sizes, so that you can carry it with you to work, and then go straight from work to your yoga class, without the need to go home to collect a bulky mat. You could also go for a cotton mat, which you can fold up and put in your bag, which will be even easier than the roll up mats that you need to carry in your hand or under your arm. So make sure you have what you want, make sure that you are comfortable and that you are safe with the extra thick yoga mat of your choice.

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So you’ve decided to practice the art of Yoga? Do you need a hot yoga mat? Considering the many other workouts you could choose from, Yoga is a great choice. Yoga requires coordination, balance and connection of the mind and body. The last thing you need to worry about is whether your equipment is reliable during your poses. Although there are other accessories you will need, the most vital piece of equipment is the yoga mat. There are several questions you should ask yourself before making this purchase.

What type of Yoga are you practicing?

• The most strenuous forms of yoga can be more comfortable with a thicker mat or a yoga rug.
• If you have joint problems, a thicker mat will give more cushion and support.

Will the hot yoga mat help me maintain my pose without slipping?

• You can test the mat for slippage by performing the wet friction test: moisten your hand and bear down laterally on the mat’s surface. The mat should be sticky enough to maintain your pose.
• Consider purchasing an extra long mat or a customized one to avoid adjusting your mat during your Yoga routine.

How durable is the mat?

• You want a good quality yoga mat that will hold up with repeated washings.
• Try rubbing the mat with a blunt metal object such as a coin until the surface starts to tear. A strong yoga mat will take a great deal of rubbing before it tears.

Is the yoga mat in a style and color you like?

• There are many colors and styles to choose from. Choose a mat you like to look at and can live with.
• You could buy more than one if you’re serious about practicing and just like to change your mat at times

How much should I spend on a hot yoga mat?

• The price of a good yoga mat ranges from $20-$60 or more depending on the quality, thickness, durability and comfort you’re looking for.
• Don’t make the mistake of buying a cheaper yoga mat if you plan on continuing yoga to avoid wasting money.

Is it easy to transport?

• Your yoga mat should be lightweight and require only a small amount of storage space.

Your yoga mat is an essential piece of equipment that should be comfortable for multiple sessions of practice. After you’ve asked yourself the above questions, your choice of a hot yoga mat should be one that you can rely on and be happy with.

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