"So when my wife suggested I spend $90 on a natural rubber yoga mat like the one she had, I balked. Is that really necessary? It turns out the answer was yes. Ten years later, I'm still using the JadeYoga Harmony mat I sprang for, and I'm no longer a skeptic, I'm an evangelist. Natural rubber provides enough cushion for comfort, enough grip to safely push my limits, and the durability of a truck tire."
"Yoga wasn't always a part of my life. A decade ago, I was desk-bound with occasional bursts of activity, and the creaky joints and stiff muscles to show for it. My wife Tracey and I tried various exercise routines, including fitness videos, going on walks, and even gamifying exercise with Nintendo's Wii Fit. Nothing ever stuck. Then Tracey discovered yoga through online classes, starting with the same cheap $20 foam yoga mat you can find in the fitness aisle of any local big box store."
Original yogis practiced on bare ground, grass mats, and animal skins rather than modern rubber or foam mats. A $90 natural rubber mat like the JadeYoga Harmony proved transformative, offering cushion for comfort, reliable grip for safely pushing limits, and exceptional durability. A previously desk-bound lifestyle produced creaky joints and stiff muscles, and various exercise attempts failed to stick. Early practice on a cheap $20 foam mat felt unstable and wobbly, hindering balance and progress. Upgrading to a natural rubber mat improved stability, comfort, and consistency, leading to long-term use and strong endorsement.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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