Hugger Mugger Yoga Mat – Earth Elements

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I purchased this Hugger Mugger mat based on the reviews above….big mistake. I attend yoga classes 2-3 times a week, so I have had a chance to so through a number of mat’s in 4+ years. I gave this mat about 2 months before I decided to submit a review. I don’t see ANY redeeming quality about this mat…NONE. Not only is it not durable, but if you get even a slight amount of moisture on the palms of your hand, and you will slip all over this mat. Remember the ‘slip and slide’ mats when you were a kid?? I think this yoga mat is made of the same material. Stay away at all cost…..

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Pros- I bought this mat for yoga class, but it would work well for pilates, too. The thickness (which is actually 3/8″) is wonderful for preventing pain in my knees, hips and wrists. Not the best for balancing poses, of course, but I’ve always stepped off even the thinnest mats for balancing. I am 5′ 7″ and the extra few inches of length really make a difference. I don’t have to adjust as often to keep my whole body on the mat.

Cons- Can get a little slippery if it gets wet, although this seems to be happening less the more I use it. Still, this mat might not work for you if you sweat heavily. It doesn’t lay totally flat on the end you first roll up, so you have to unroll it and then flip it over so it won’t curl up while you’re using it. It smelled a bit strong at first, but I just gave it rub down with a dilute blend of Mrs. Meyers all-purpose cleaner and water and then left it unrolled for a few days in a well-ventilated area. It took about 2 weeks for the smell to dissipate completely.

Overall I’m very happy with this purchase. Many people in class have asked me where I bought it.

***Update: I’ve had this for well over a year, and it’s held up quite nicely. No complaints whatsoever. I don’t do a ton of yoga, but I have used it for other floor exercises that would otherwise hurt my knees, hips, etc. If you’re looking for a mat to put some real comfort between you and the floor, this is a great choice. It is a bit harder to balance on a thick mat, but I see it as a simple way to challenge yourself a bit further in your exercise routine.***

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i bought THREE of these mats from amazon in 2007. 2 for me and one for my dad.

i do 2-3 hours of yoga/pilates a week.

i first learned about this mat from my yoga instructor who came back from a conference with one.

because i tore my ACL and never had it repaired (PT only and doing fine), i need the added cushion.

also, as part of my PT, i have to do lots of balancing exercises. so when i am in class, the cushion makes me work harder to maintain balance poses.

those are the pros. the biggest con is that the treads wore down after a year. at that point, there was not enough traction for downward facing dog or warrior. so i ended up turning it over in order to use the treads on the other side. it works but i have to keep the ends from curling up with small weights.

overall, it is still the best type of mat i’ve had in 6 years.

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This is a very excellent Yoga Mat which has no unpleasant odor, is long enough and sticky enough to hold me in any asana I’ve tried. And it’s very pretty too. I’m content with it. Thank you for making it available and for getting it to me in less time than expected.

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The rubber that this mat is made of is just too soft. I practice hot room power yoga and sure this mat is non slip, but my hands and legs sink into the mat and stretch the mat out. Makes me feel like I am practicing yoga on a piece of cotton fabric.

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As a beginner to yoga, I needed to find my own mat I could start taking to class. After much research I chose this one. When I received it I washed it in a mild soapy solution and left it unrolled for a day. The first couple times of use the mat seemed a little slippery, but this has gone away. I love the thickness of the mat. I spray it with a lavender solution after every use. It is holding up well after 30+ hours of use and hope it continues to do so. When I’m done using it, I can recycle it. Thanks Hugger Mugger.

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I searched many sites looking for the right mat . I wanted something a little thicker for hardwood floors. I was very concerned about what the mat was made of and I thoroughly checked into my options. Price was also a big consideration—I found some really nice sounding mats, but they were mostly way out of my price range. One review said the mat smelled bad–glad that I ignored that one, because it does not smell bad at all. I could not be happier with my new mat!

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I love this mat. Still sticky, and in great shape after 3 years. Bonus: no nasty synthetic smells.

I do take good care of it:

It never gets put away damp.

I don’t use it outdoors.

I don’t leave it in a locker or unbreathable bag.

These are biodegradable mats, so you should treat them with a bit of common sense to ensure that they last (I think 3 years and going strong is pretty good!)

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Love my Yoga mat. I bought this specific one because I am allergic to latex, and I wanted a mat that wasn’t full of other chemicals. I love it! We bought it for our Wii Fit, and wanted a longer one as my husband and I are both of 6ft. It has no odor and has a nice grip.

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When I first bought this mat I loved it. After a year of use the mat started to shrink in spots and buckle. It has become so bad that I had to abandon it because it would not flatten out and it became difficult to execute balancing poses. I contacted the company explaining the situation and sent a picture. They told me that the mat was designed to be biodegradable and would break down under some conditions and environments. If you expect your yoga mat to last, then look at other products.