Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Yoga Mat Carrier Strap, 72"L x 24"W x 2/5 Inch Thick

This Gaiam Essentials yoga mat is very comfortable thanks to its thickness—it’s great for protecting your knees and back. Since I spend many hours sitting, I use it to stretch and do relaxation exercises, and it really helps with tension in my legs and back.It comes with a strap, which makes it easy to store and carry, and the size is great even if you’re tall.Just be aware that it can get slightly slippery on smooth floors, especially if you sweat. For that reason, I recommend not leaving it laid out all the time on slick surfaces, as it might shift a little during use.Overall, I really like it and use it daily. Good quality for the price.

Product is well made, and just the right thickness. May want to use a towel on top if you sweat a lot, but perfect for stretching and very comfortable on knees and elbows.

This thick yoga and fitness mat provides excellent cushioning and support during workouts. Whether you’re practicing yoga, pilates, or doing floor exercises, it offers great protection without sacrificing stability. The durable material features a non-slip surface that keeps me secure even during sweaty sessions. Plus, it’s lightweight and easy to roll up for transport. Perfect for anyone seeking comfort and quality in their workout gear!

Very nice. I like the color and it's wide and thick enough to be very comfortable for exercising. 4 stars because it does smell bad at first and the smell takes a couple weeks to finally disipate enough to not bother me.

If you are someone who is tall, this is a good yoga mat because it is longer than many you’ll find out there. I appreciate the thickness of the material as well, even though it doesn’t look like a triple decker thick yoga mat, it is! I have owned this and used daily for my morning yoga and weight work for about two months now. I’m about 175 pounds and haven’t encountered any discomfort where I felt like my knees or elbows are pressing in the ground. Especially in the knees, that cushion is so uncomfortable if it isn’t thick enough. Don’t worry, with this one, it won’t be an issue. It is grippy to the floor and the ridges nicely catch your feet when in difficult poses. I am also glad it didn't come with that gross rubbery/plastic smell. It folds up nicely and has a little carrying strap if needed.10/10!

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Let’s be real....I bought this mat with big wellness energy, only to confirm that I’m more of a "lie on the floor and scroll" kind of person. But my actually disciplined friends swear by it, so here’s the honest scoop. Why It’s Great (For People Who Try): Thick & cushy – At 10mm, it’s comfy for knees and joints (tested during my 3-day yoga phase) Non-slip grip – Friends say it stays put during intense flows (I wouldn’t know) Easy to carry – The strap makes it portable… if you ever leave the house Purple looks nice – At least it’s pretty rolled up in my closet Why I’m Not Using It:My "wellness routine" consists of walking to the fridge 2/5 inch thickness is wasted on my napping habits Final Thoughts:If you’re actually into yoga, fitness, or even just consistent stretching, this mat is a solid pick. But if you’re like me? Maybe just borrow a friend’s first. Best for: People with discipline. Worst for: Professional couch potatoes like myself. 😅

It is a great mat. It has velcro handles, a little awkward to put on, but does the job to carry it if you want. The mat itself is super cushy so that the GenX-er can do yoga without cramping up on the hard floor (IKYK). I would recommend a yoga mat towel if you do HOT yoga because yoga mats become slip and slides during practice. Regular yoga this would work just fine. The color is pretty and I would recommend this mat.

The only main negative thing I’ve seen on my mat is the imprints in my photo from where the strap was holding in for a very long time which is on both sides, but this doesn’t particularly bother me, and it’s just on the very ends of the mat.The mat itself is a good length for me, and while it is pretty firm, it is much more comfortable than my floor. I tend to get sweaty hands, and even through a few uses I don’t find myself slipping at all, and the mat stays in place.I know some people were complaining about a smell, but mine hardly smells at all. It does have a rubber smell to it which makes sense, but I only notice it if my face is on or just above the mat, and it’s not super unpleasant and doesn’t bother me. I wouldn’t say the strap itself is necessarily comfortable if you’re gonna sling it over your shoulder because it’s standard Velcro, but it is definitely lightweight and easy to carry, and it doesn’t take up much space when rolled up.This is my first yoga mat as I’ve just started, so I do have nothing to compare it to, but I am very happy with my purchase. When this one wears out I am likely to buy from this brand again.