BalanceFrom GoCloud All-Purpose 1-Inch Extra Thick Yoga Mat ($35, originally $39)
If you want a yoga mat to provide a cushion more than anything else, this could be the best option for you. It comes in handy for core work or floor exercises by providing padding under your knees, hips, hands, and spine.
Why we love it: If you have sensitive knees or need extra padding for workouts like yoga or Pilates, this is a great option. One editor says, "This mat is so thick and cushioned, it feels more like a pad, but it's got enough grip so that you can still move with it. Since I started using it, I have not worried about my knees when doing leg lifts or fire hydrants, and my wrists have also stayed comfortable in planks, something I never thought would happen." Read her in-depth review of the BalanceFrom GoCloud All-Purpose Extra Thick Yoga Mat here.
What's worth noting: Because it's so cushioned, this yoga mat isn't the greatest option for balance poses or heavy weightlifting, when you need a more stable surface. The foamy cushion absorbs sweat, but it's not exactly nonslip like rubber yoga mats are, some customers report.
Additional details: Size: 71" x 24" x 1" | Colorways: 7
