Nothing is more of a downer during downward facing dog than realizing that you’ve just done a great job of soaking your mat in your own sweat.
Your hands slide and it just doesn’t provide the grip you need to hold the next pose as long as you really want to.
Add in the fact that you’re reaching your limit and are needing that extra grip to avoid straining your tendons or worse, and it’s just not a good situation.
There are a variety of options in the world of yoga to help you avoid this slippery situation, including yoga grips, yoga mats with grips.
| Name | Category | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Gaiam Yoga Mat | Best Overall |  |
| Sivan Health and Fitness 1/2-InchExtra Thick 71-Inch Long NBR Comfort Foam Yoga Mat | Budget Pick |  |