Colchonetas de yoga

A la hora de mantener limpia tu esterilla de yoga, debes tener en cuenta varias cosas. En primer lugar, siempre debes airear tu esterilla después de practicar; es probable que esté húmeda y, al salir de una clase de yoga, tendemos a enrollarla, lo que puede atrapar la humedad y las bacterias, así que asegúrate de desenrollarla al llegar a casa y dejar que se airee. En segundo lugar, guardar la esterilla de yoga en una bolsa entre las clases y la práctica ayuda a evitar que se ensucie en el maletero del coche. Por lo general, un paño húmedo es suficiente para la limpieza diaria, pero de vez en cuando es necesario darle a tu esterilla de yoga una limpieza profunda. El método de limpieza a fondo depende del material de la esterilla.
Some mats, especially those with an open-cell design (usually the esterillas de yoga gruesas), can be submerged in a bath of water and then hung out to dry, and some can even be machine washed, so again, check the care instructions for your exercise mat. Other mats cannot be submerged in water and should only ever be spot cleaned. If you are bathing your mat, avoid very hot water as this can cause damage; all you need is warm water and dish soap. Be sure that your mat is completely dry before you roll it up and put it away. Never tumble dry a yoga mat but hang on the line. Be aware that direct sunlight for a prolonged period could cause fading.

You need to wipe down your mat after every session, which can be done with a damp cloth and cleaning solution but do check the care instructions of your yoga mat, as some chemicals could damage it. It could also be done with cleaning wipes, but we would recommend more natural products over harsh chemicals. When you attend classes, it’s unlikely you will want to do this at the end of the lesson as most people are keen to leave, but when you get home, you need to let your exercise mat air, and this is the perfect time to give it a wipe over. Deep cleaning, whether you have a machine-washable mat or are planning to submerge it in a bath, should be done once a month if you use your mat regularly. A good cleaning routine is not only hygienic but helps keep your mat in tip-top condition and can extend its lifespan.

Choosing the best yoga mat depends a lot on the style and practice of yoga you plan to do. The best yoga mats are those that suit their purpose. There are a few things to consider, including how thick the mat is. A thick yoga mat is designed to offer good comfort and cushioning for restorative yoga practice, whereby you will hold poses for longer. A alfombrilla de yoga antideslizante might be thinner, and it's great if you are doing Bikram yoga because the extra heat in the room leads to sweating, and you will need to ensure a good grip. A thinner mat is excellent for portability, so if you are attending yoga classes and have to carry your mat, this might be easier. Yoga mats also come in many different designs and materials; some people prefer sustainable, environmentally natural products, whereas others are happy with PVC-style mats. PVC has the benefit of being incredibly durable and offering a good grip against any floor surface. However, they're not so suitable for hot yoga because they tend to become slippery when damp.

In all honesty, if you are trying out yoga to see if it is for you, esterillas de yoga baratas could well be the best bet. In terms of thickness, a 4mm mat is considered the basic standard, and this will work well for most types of yoga, especially when you are just starting. You may also appreciate a thicker yoga mat as a beginner because the poses will seem unusual and potentially uncomfortable until you get used to them.

Our top yoga mats for beginners

Yoga Studio Designed Yoga Mat 6mm

Yoga Studio Sticky Yoga Mat 6mm

Yoga Studio Cork Yoga Mat

Yoga Studio Grip PU Yoga Mat

There is a hard and fast answer to this question because a lot depends on how much you use your yoga mat. If you leave your exercise mat rolled up in a cupboard and only practice yoga once or twice a month, it will last much longer than those who attend regular classes and practice at home.

The quality and material of the yoga mat will also play a part in how long it lasts, but if you are engaging in regular yoga practice, it is advisable to change your yoga mat after a year. Like anything used regularly, your mat will begin to show signs of wear and tear, it may go thinner in the middle as you spend a lot of time there, and you may notice bald spots in the areas you put your hands and feet. Sticky mats lose their grip after a while, and yoga mats can acquire unpleasant smells, even if you are conscientious with your cleaning routine. Any of these signs indicate that it is time to replace your mat.

El mejor grosor para una esterilla de yoga, de nuevo, varía, dependiendo de lo que busques conseguir con tu práctica de yoga. Una estera gruesa del yoga se define como siendo alrededor 6m m o más, ofreciendo mucha comodidad y la protección contra el piso cuando usted está sosteniendo posturas. Sin embargo, también dificulta el equilibrio, ya que los pies se hunden en la esterilla. Así que para muchas personas, esto sería demasiado grueso. Una esterilla de entrenamiento de entre 4 mm y 5 mm es probablemente la más adecuada para todos los niveles de práctica. Ofrece una base cómoda y antideslizante, pero proporciona el agarre necesario para determinadas posturas. Las esterillas extremadamente finas tienen entre 2 mm y 3 mm, y se consideran las más adecuadas para viajar porque son extremadamente portátiles, pero hay que tener en cuenta que no ofrecerán mucha capa entre tú y el suelo.

You may wonder why we have such a vast range of mats on offer, we have our Yoga Studio mats, and we are incredibly proud of the development of these.
Other leading retailers include Liforme yoga mats, Lululemon yoga mats, Gaiam yoga mats and many others from companies we respect. Our yoga mats and all of the ones we have named have been well made and offer a more personal experience than some of the yoga mats on Amazon and other non-specialist stores that sell yoga equipment. Finding the best type of yoga mat depends on the style of yoga, the portability and thickness and many other factors. In addition, you need to consider your height and weight, as some people prefer wider or longer mats if they are very tall. It can be incredibly tricky to know which yoga mat is best, as there is also a range of materials to choose from, including PVC, natural or recycled goma, organic cotton, natural cotton, and yute. There are thousands of yoga mats in the UK, all claiming to be the best, but as we are trying to highlight, it does depend a lot on your situation when it comes to finding the best yoga mat. The bottom line is that the best yoga mats in the UK are the one that best meets your personal and yoga goals.

The best grip is achieved using a nonslip yoga mat. There are several materials suitable, including PVC, and natural rubber, although this is not suitable if you have latex allergies, TPE, a material similar to rubber cork and jute. You are looking for a textured surface, as a very smooth mat is naturally going to be more slippery. Jute is a very coarse material and is naturally nonslip, making it a great choice for grip, but not everyone finds it comfortable and supportive in the same way as the rubber and PVC mats. This means that you will find excellent grip in mats of all price ranges, from beginner to more advanced.

Yoga mats come in many different shapes and sizes; a standard size mat is 24" x 68”, but you can get longer and wider mats if you prefer. Prices range from around £20 to over £100, depending on your need. Mats at the higher end of the price scale are likely to be of the highest quality and, therefore, will last longer than something on a budget. But if you're just starting out and don't know whether you're going to enjoy yoga or not, there is nothing wrong with trying out esterillas de yoga baratas. There are also varying materials used in yoga mats; PVC is obviously man-made, not sustainable and not eco-friendly, but still a very popular choice for some yoga mats. Others are made with sustainable and environmentally friendly materials. Latex is used in some yoga mats and needs to be considered if you happen to be allergic. PVC mats are not biodegradable, but those made of rubber or TPE are. When it comes to portability, TPE is very lightweight, rubber is much heavier, and PVC creates thicker, bulkier mats. You need to consider all these factors, as well as the type of yoga you are going to be practising.

Algunos materiales utilizados en las esterillas de yoga pueden contener sustancias químicas perjudiciales para la salud. Las esterillas con certificación Oeko-Tex han sido sometidas a pruebas y han alcanzado un nivel 100 para demostrar que no contienen sustancias nocivas que puedan dañar tu salud.

It means that every component of the mat, from the fabric to any threads or accessories used, has been tested rigorously using a list of 350 toxic chemicals and certified free from all of them; this means your yoga mat is health-friendly and very safe.

You can read more about Oeko-Tex by visiting our Información sobre Oeko-Tex page.

Los tamaños estándares de la estera del yoga tienden para estar alrededor de 24 pulgadas de ancho y de 68 pulgadas de largo. Si usted es 5 pies ocho o debajo, ésta sería una buena estera del tamaño para usted. Si usted está entre 5'8 y 6', después busque una estera que sea 72 pulgadas de largo. Para ésos sobre 6 pies extra largos, sus esteras del yoga están disponibles en una longitud de 84 pulgadas. Usted puede también conseguir las esteras más anchas que alguna gente encuentra más cómoda; a menudo, esto es apenas 2 pulgadas más anchas en 26 pulgadas, pero hay algunas esteras del irregular-tamaño hacia fuera allí, así que usted debe poder encontrar algo que trabaje para usted. Finalmente, la consideración pasada del tamaño es grueso; una estera estándar del yoga está entre 4 milímetros y 5 milímetros de grueso; cualquier cosa sobre 6 milímetros se considera una estera gruesa del yoga, y entre 2 milímetros y 3 milímetros es una estera fina o del recorrido del yoga.

Si viajas y quieres llevarte una esterilla de yoga para continuar con tu práctica, debes buscar algo que sea duradero pero ligero y fácil de meter en la maleta.

Many esterillas de yoga de viaje are made from things like cotton, and this doesn't offer a lot of grip, so you may want to consider a sticky travel mat. Traditionally yoga mats are rolled for storage, but again, this might not be the best bet if you are travelling.
Existen esterillas de yoga plegables para viajes, como la Manduka Superlite y la Jade Yoga Voyager (en la imagen de la derecha), que suelen ser más finas, de entre 2 mm y 3 mm.

The other consideration for a yoga mat suitable to travel with is the weight. Alfombrillas de goma tend to be a lot heavier than some of the other materials.

No hay nada malo en preferir la apariencia o el diseño de una determinada esterilla de yoga, pero no debería ser una de sus prioridades a la hora de seleccionar la mejor esterilla de yoga para usted. Es más importante que usted factoriza en el grueso y el material de los cuales se hace sobre requisitos estéticos. Dicho esto, la mayoría de los proveedores de esterillas de yoga, entre los que nos incluimos, ofrecen una amplia gama de colores y diseños, lo que significa que podrá encontrar fácilmente una esterilla que se adapte a sus necesidades y que, al mismo tiempo, le resulte estética.