When using the yoga mat, the smooth side faces down, and the other side has ups and downs and stripes, which is the side we step on. In fact, there are many reasons to face up to the unsmooth side, such as anti-skid effect and helping training.
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The choice of yoga mat should be targeted. Generally, novices can choose a thicker mat, such as 6mm thick, with the domestic size of173x61; If there is a certain foundation, you can choose the thickness of 3.5mm ~5mm to about 5mm; It is recommended to buy a cushion of more than1300g (because some manufacturers steal materials cheaply).
Most classrooms will provide so-called "public mats", that is, public yoga mats used by everyone in class. Some teachers even put protective mats in the classroom so that you don't need them in class. Most students use this public mat because they don't want to take it to work and run around in class.
However, if you are interested in learning for a while, you'd better use your own mat. On the one hand, it can be cleaned by itself, which is more hygienic. You can also choose a suitable cushion according to your personal situation.
As far as personal needs are concerned, it depends on the form of yoga, because different factions of yoga have different learning focuses and different needs. If you study yoga that focuses on flexibility training and sit on the mat most of the time, the mat will be thicker and softer, and you will be more comfortable to sit on.