Gaiam Yoga Mat - Premium 6mm Print Reversible Extra Thick Non Slip Exercise & Fitness Mat for All Types of Yoga, Pilates & Floor Workouts (68" x 24" x 6mm Thick)

When I opened the package, there was a very strong chemical smell to the mat. Think noxious fumes invading the entire level of my house. This was anything but faint. I loved the quality and pattern too much to return, so I looked on other reviews to find a solution. I'm new to yoga, so I don't have the fancy mat cleaners. I used Mrs. Meyer's Basil cleaner twice on both sides, but it still stunk up the room. I then moved it to the garage for a day and washed it down with Clorox wipes - better, but not something I'd want to be around, let alone put my face on. At this point I'm 2 days in and still haven't gotten rid of the smell, so I put it outside, hosed it down with water and let it dry outside all day over a chair. The smell was finally gone! I also purchased the Gaiam blocks and there's a reason they ship those wrapped in plastic... those reeked too! But this time I went straight outside, hosed them down and let them sit on my patio table for the day. By night, they were free of smell too. FINAL SUGGESTED REMEDY: Completely drench in water and let sit outside for the day.I'm new to yoga, but have horrible joints and was apprehensive of a 6mm mat being thick enough. It's very comfortable! I can do gate pose on hardwood without knee pain and tree pose without feeling like there's too much give to balance on. It rolls up and out nice without curling of the corners. I'm only a week in, so I'm definitely not as graceful, or gentle, on the mat as I will be eventually. My mat doesn't seem to care and takes the beating with grace for me. It's a very sturdy and patient mat. The colors I chose are no longer available (Mandala Mantra), but I love the navy and red mandala pattern. When I get tired of it I can turn it over, but not any time soon. I love the versatility!

I bought this as a gift for my daughter. It was very thick , great size , durable and made well for a yoga mat .

I was looking for a more durable and long-lasting yoga mat, and so far, I love this one. It is thicker than my previous mat and feels more sturdy. The designs are beautiful as well.When I first opened it, there was a noticeable smell, but after letting it air out for a bit, it improved significantly. I do find that I slip a little during certain poses, but overall, I am pleased with this yoga mat compared to my last one.

Very soft and supportive without being bulky. Design is stunning.

The reason I'm giving this 4 stars and not 5 is because of the harsh potent chemical smell. I’m not sure if this is same for all yoga mats or if it’s just mine, but the odor is very strong and smells like my yoga mat was fresh off the factory press assembly line and then immediately sent to me. If you are someone that’s sensitive to smell be sure to open this outside first to ensure it won’t stink up your house.Other than this minor negative feedback I do love everything else about my yoga mat! It has great durability and comfort. I love the cute design and for the most part stays fairly secure on my living room carpet but still slides around occasionally for certain yoga poses.

Best non slip yoga mat uou can buy for the price. And very pretty color options. I have 3 different color variations

This mat did smell terrible when it arrived. I left it laid out for a few days and the smell subsided. It is a great durable mat. The color is beautiful.

The thickness gives just enough cushioning. It definitely doesn’t slip. My hands and feet stay put. It is plenty long for my 5’1” body, but I’m sure it would work for someone 6 ft. tall. I’ve only used it for a week, so I don’t know about durability. I bought Gaian because I know it’s a reliable brand. I read a lot of reviews before buying and intentionally chose one that had NO mentions of pilling or degradation. It’s easy to roll, though it rolls up a bit wider than when I got it. I bought Gaia’s slap band to hold it shut. I was amazed that it expanded enough to hold it. If I was going to leave the house with this, I’d surely buy a shoulder strap carrying case. I’m a beginner so am just starting at home with my physical therapy exercises because the bed is too soft and the floor is too hard. I planned to pack and take this on a 2 month trip to use on the tile floors. But, it would take up too much space in my suitcase. I have to travel lightly because I’m recovering from a shoulder replacement and have a very bad back. By the way, the blue pattern of my mat is absolutely beautiful!