Gaiam Essentials 2/5" Thick (10mm) Yoga & Pilates, Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Carrier Strap Cushion Support For Fitness and Gym Workouts

nice and thick

The mat is great. It’s very long (if you are over 5’9 you may want to get something longer) soft and provides good cushioning. I do core exercises, pilates and yoga with mine My only complaint is that I would love for it to be wider but great buy!

If you’re looking for the ideal yoga mat to support a variety of workouts, the Gaiam Essentials thick yoga mat is a fantastic option. Its substantial thickness ensures you never feel the hard points on floors, providing comfort whether you’re practicing yoga, pilates, weight lifting, or stretching. The mat delivers great cushioning without sacrificing stability, enabling a perfect workout session every time. Portability is another highlight—rolling up the mat is effortless, making storage and transport simple. I found it especially convenient to bring along to local gyms or studios that lack equipment, as it tucks away easily and is light enough to carry wherever your fitness journey takes you. Overall, the Gaiam Essentials thick yoga mat is a great addition to any workout routine, combining comfort, versatility, and portability in one well-designed product.

Fantastic cushiony yoga mat. For larger people or those with tender joints, the extra thickness really makes a difference in being able to move through poses with less pain and discomfort. It rolls easily, though not as tightly as thinner mats, and comes with a velcro strap to keep it rolled, which is nice, but I think a simple drawstring bag would have been easier to actually keep it contained. Because of the thickness, it's not always easy to get the velcro strap secured around it. I actually have two of these, one for me and one for my dog, who, in spite of multiple luxurious dog beds, sometimes prefers the floor. But he's old and has stiff joints, and it's not always easy for him to get up and down from our hardwood floors, so I bought him his own yoga mat, and he loves it. The downside is he has some mild bladder control issues, and the mat has developed an odor from occasional leaks, and none of my usual pet odor solutions have worked. Still, as I said, he loves it, so it's not going anywhere. It's just a slightly stinky yoga mat now.

Great mat. Nice and thick. Used it for a year and it is holding up very well. I use it for Tabata too.

I've owned 4 yoga mats by 3 companies over the years. This is by far the most comfortable, especially on wood floors where I need extra cushion for floor exercises that put direct pressure on my knees - especially a single knee. This is the only yoga mat I have where the pressure points are never uncomfortable. It is soft but firmly resilient and grippy enough for my feet and hands. It's also very light and rolls up very easily. The color is lovely. I'm very sensitive to smells but noticed none with this (the navy version). Super happy with this mat - am buying another one so I don't have to carry it back and forth between workout areas.

Why did you pick this product vs others?: Let’s be real....I bought this mat with big wellness energy, only to confirm that I’m more of a "lie on the floor and scroll" kind of person. But my actually disciplined friends swear by it, so here’s the honest scoop. Why It’s Great (For People Who Try): Thick & cushy – At 10mm, it’s comfy for knees and joints (tested during my 3-day yoga phase) Non-slip grip – Friends say it stays put during intense flows (I wouldn’t know) Easy to carry – The strap makes it portable… if you ever leave the house Purple looks nice – At least it’s pretty rolled up in my closet Why I’m Not Using It: My "wellness routine" consists of walking to the fridge 2/5 inch thickness is wasted on my napping habits Final Thoughts: If you’re actually into yoga, fitness, or even just consistent stretching, this mat is a solid pick. But if you’re like me? Maybe just borrow a friend’s first. Best for: People with discipline. Worst for: Professional couch potatoes like myself. 😅

I bought this yoga mat a few years ago and I used to use it everyday, unlike now, I barely use it now because I don't find hte time to do yoga like I used too. I'm always working and going out. But now that I pulled it out of the closet it brings me back memories. So now thats it out I will be doing my yoga workouts after work. I really need yoga in my life rite now because it helps with your mental health. for 7 years now my mental health ha been bad. Im not hte smae way I used to be ful of energy and excitement. This mat is perfectg to tkae to yoga classes or just keep at home. i bought a big yoga mat because I wanted to do a front flip and its perfect for that. I can do one now.