BalanceFrom GoYoga All-Purpose 1/2-Inch Extra Thick High Density Anti-Tear Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap

Decided to buy this mat as I was getting a bit sore from being on the hard floor. I bought this to help with exercises I have started to do for anterior pelvic tilt and sacroiliac joint pain.This mat has been great so far. The thickness of the mat is excellent, and has a sort of "gel" feeling to it, making it much more comfortable. The mat has a good grip to it also so shouldn't move when exercising, I placed it down on a generally slippery floor and tried to get the mat to move around whilst standing up, but was unable to get it to move at all really. The Velcro tie/handle for it is also handy for being able to roll it up nice and quick, as well as carrying and storing it.One thing that would be good to see in a future version for me personally is for it to be just ever so slightly wider, even just 10cm. This may not be for everyone though.Definitely recommend for someone buying their first mat, and for people looking for a nicely padded, inexpensive and grippy exercise mat for the house.

I have had one of these yoga mats in the past but wanted an extra one for when both of us workout! These mats are great, lovely and soft and thick which helps the back for floor work definitely worth every penny! Strap is great for keeping mat in place for manageable storage in between uses.

I bought this mat to soften the floor for yoga because I have arthritis. The mat definitely serves that purpose. I no longer get pain radiating up my feet when standing, or up my buttocks when sitting. The downsides: The mat is foam, so it won't be as durable as the usual thinner, more dense mats. It's developed a few tears and pulls, but is so far still holding up well. The other small downside is that the mat is so thick and squishy, it makes balancing (on one leg) very difficult. Features: The mat is ridged on one side, smooth on the other. You have to put the ridged side up to provide your hands traction. However, the smooth side of the mat clings to the floor and doesn't slide. The mat is also a bit narrower than the typical yoga mat, but I haven't had any problems with that. Overall, I'm satisfied, and feel the mat was a worthwhile purchase to relieve arthritis pain. The strap is great.

This has taken a beating and it keeps on coming back!. The extra thick density helps a lot to offset wear and tear. I've brought thinner yoga mats in the past and they've proved useless when actually working out because they have been comfortable to use. I've also ( by mistake) left heavy items on this mat over a couple of days and it's caused a bit of squishing, but I've been pleasantly surprised to find the mat regains its original form quickly.Grips the floor nicely, not too much slipping about. Strap is useful to transport around.

Rather thick, comfortable and soft. No smell. But it arrived with a few bruises, one of which is as big as a thumb nail, left by the strap but not due to delivery. Permanent dents are also clear on the outside edge due to the strap. I guess sharp nails can easily hurt this mat. Not slippery as used on the carpet.

I'm using it for freeletics and this is hands down the best mat i've ever tried. Excellent thickness and density, and doesn't slip at all. I'm working out on a wooden floor and with other mats i tried i was sliding all over the room, this one doesn't move. I'm actually thinking of buying a second one and keep it around.

Overall this is a very good mat, hence the 5 stars. That said, I really didn't want to be one of those people complaining that their "EXTRA THICK" mat is in fact 'too thick' but that's the case for this one, for me. I simply cannot do yoga/exercises on those super-thin mats as they hurt when I'm on the floor, so thought I needed a mega thick one. This one is VERY thick, and really too big to transport to yoga class. So, I use this one at home, and I ordered another one (6in thickness) for yoga class. Perfect combination! So, if you want an at-home mat and like a cushioned experience, then this is fine. If you want a mat that you can carry across town to yoga class, it'll probably be too big.

a good sized yoga mat and thick enough to give comfort and support while exercising. nice and lightweight for carrying to class. arrived promptly and in good condition. would recommend.