There are many different brands of yoga mats, from cheap to expensive. We believe that a comfortable yoga mat will take your asana and practice to the next level. A mat that is slippery or has a poor grip will not only cause stress, but will also lower the quality of your asanas. A cheap one will be damaged easily after a few months and you will have to buy another new mat. However, An expensive one will last for a long time, if you take good care of them. Actually We have six of Manduka prolite mats in our studio and have been using them for almost ten years now. And this time I decide to buy two more Manduka prolite mats when I go back to Japan temporarily.
Buying these mats in Laos or Thailand can be a bit expensive, so if you are interested, I recommend buying them in your home country during this summer holiday. If you would like super storong but very heavy mat for your daily practice of Ashtanga Yoga or more intense style at your home, we recommend Manduka pro mats. We think that getting a good quality mat of your own will make your practice even more enjoyable.