Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Fitness Exercise Mats are the ideal classic exercise mat for all types of yoga, Pilates and floor exercises. These durable, yet lightweight fitness mats are extra-thick (2/5 Inch) for the additional cushioning your joints need during any yoga or fitness routine. Featured in classic colors with an included carrying strap so you can strap up your mat and go. 72″L x 24″W x 2/5 Inch (3.11 lbs).
Cushioned Comfort for Every Move : Say goodbye to sore knees and stiff joints. With 10mm of high-density NBR foam, this mat delivers plush, shock-absorbing support ideal for yoga, Pilates, stretching, and floor workouts—at home or in the studio.
Stays Put So You Can Stay Focused : Designed with a textured, non-slip surface to help reduce sliding on hard or tile floors—even during sweaty sessions or dynamic poses like planks and mountain climbers.
Odor-Resistant & Easy to Clean : No more chemical smells. Our mat is crafted with low-odor, eco-conscious materials. Just wipe it down with a damp cloth—no special sprays or cleaners needed.
Versatile & Durable Beyond the Studio : Customers use this mat for everything from physical therapy and standing desk padding to toddler play zones and pet training. It holds up well under regular use and resists tears better than lower-density foam.
Includes Adjustable Carrying Strap : Take your fitness anywhere. Our mat rolls up quickly and comes with a sturdy, easy-loop strap for simple transport to classes or compact storage at home.
13 reviews for Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Yoga Mat Carrier Strap, 72″L x 24″W x 2/5 Inch Thick
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$21.98
EIMI –
Comfortable and Useful, But Be Careful on Smooth Floors
This Gaiam Essentials yoga mat is very comfortable thanks to its thicknessâitâs great for protecting your knees and back. Since I spend many hours sitting, I use it to stretch and do relaxation exercises, and it really helps with tension in my legs and back.It comes with a strap, which makes it easy to store and carry, and the size is great even if youâre tall.Just be aware that it can get slightly slippery on smooth floors, especially if you sweat. For that reason, I recommend not leaving it laid out all the time on slick surfaces, as it might shift a little during use.Overall, I really like it and use it daily. Good quality for the price.
Gab curcio –
Thick, durable, doesnât smell like plastic
If you are someone who is tall, this is a good yoga mat because it is longer than many youâll find out there. I appreciate the thickness of the material as well, even though it doesnât look like a triple decker thick yoga mat, it is! I have owned this and used daily for my morning yoga and weight work for about two months now. Iâm about 175 pounds and havenât encountered any discomfort where I felt like my knees or elbows are pressing in the ground. Especially in the knees, that cushion is so uncomfortable if it isnât thick enough. Donât worry, with this one, it wonât be an issue. It is grippy to the floor and the ridges nicely catch your feet when in difficult poses. I am also glad it didn’t come with that gross rubbery/plastic smell. It folds up nicely and has a little carrying strap if needed.10/10!
C. E. Parah –
Thick and durable yoga mat
This is a nice, thick yoga mat. I have a more expensive mat for inside classes and I wanted to get another mat for outside classes that was more reasonably priced in case it got ruinedâ¦this mat is just as nice as my other one. Iâm very impressed. It seems really durable
Lissy and Donny –
Great matt just doesnât last very long
This is definitely the most comfortable Matt Iâve ever had, purchased this one back in October 2024.I took a star away because of how easy it wears down over time, I have another matt from 2020 that has no marks or dents (however not nearly as comfortable or squishy) and I really expected this one to at least make it a few years with me.I work out anywhere from 30min-1 hour a day every day doing calisthenics, Pilates, or yoga, so unsure if maybe my usage is more excessive than others, but now Iâm looking for a new matt and am torn on trying to buy a better brand hoping itâs just as comfortable and more durable, or just buying this one again knowing Iâll need to replace it in a few months ð
Kindle Customer –
Love it
Love it use it daily. It’s so soft I find my self falling a sleep on it after a work out
AMS –
Perfect For Pilates
This may is great quality. Perfect thickness for me to use in my pilates classes.
SpiritWarrior –
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A MAT THAT IS WELL CUSHIONED….BUY THIS ONE!!
I WAS SO VERY SURPRISED WITH THIS MAT. LOW PRICED AND VERY HIGH QUALITY.
K.M. –
great mat
This Mat is nice and thick, but still lightweight and not too bulky to take to class, great for tender knees and wrists and no bad smell when I opened it!
MASSON CORINNE –
Le tapis répond bien à sa description, il est confortable et facile à transporter avec ses anses
Paras C –
I am buying it again after 3 years. It has been a staple in my daily fitness routine and now my wifeâs too. Whether We are doing yoga, stretching, or floor exercises, this mat offers excellent support and comfort. The pic next to my 3 year old mat.Extra Thickness: The 2/5-inch thickness provides great cushioning for my knees, wrists, and backâperfect for anyone who needs extra support during workouts.Non-Slip Surface: The textured surface helps prevent slipping, even during more intense sessions or when I start to sweat.Lightweight with Carry Strap: Itâs surprisingly light for its thickness and comes with a handy carrying strap, making it easy to take to the gym or a park.Iâm really happy with this mat. Itâs comfortable, supportive, and durableâdefinitely a great investment for anyone serious about yoga or home workouts.
Sandip Basu Mallik –
na
Vanessa Gillham –
Reccommeded
Genevieve Coulon –
Bien épais pour la pratique et pas trop encombrant s’il est enroulé.