I've read that the Jade mats take a while to dry; what is the best protocol after a hot yoga class? Do you need to unroll it after getting home?
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I don't know which is the best protocol after a hot yoga class..but I allways unroll for many hours when I'm getting home... and with ashtanga practice I use a blanket for sitting poses.. so I unroll the blanket too in home after the clases. Bless
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Hi there, after hot yoga when your mat is sweaty you will certainly want to unroll it when you get home and let it dry completely. Every 4th or 5th class I rinse it with the hose and let it dry in the sun. I have taken a bucket of diluted basic H to it as well just to keep it fresh. But bottom line, if it's wet with sweat unroll it and let it dry completely.
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I always hang my mat to dry after each hot yoga class. My mat is dries overnight and is ready for class the next day and I'm a heavy sweater. But remember NEVER hang it in the sun to dry!
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I have a fold out sweater drying rack, I just drape it over that. I didn't find that it took a really long time to dry. This mat is really amazing, it is so sticky (in a good way)
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I take Yoga but not Hot Yoga - I do wash my mat occasionally and if hung over a chair outside it will take a day or two to dry.
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Hi Marilyn G. I carry a small towel. I perspire in my Yoga workouts. If there is a little moisture, I do not slip; but with certain postures, I will take the precaution and use a towel. Hate to get a disabling injury and not having to practice yoga routinely, since I have been steadily losing weight. I use a towel, because the Yoga mat I bought came with a carrying bag to accommodate towels, etc.
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Yes, I would say it dries within 10 minutes, probably less. Sometimes my son just fills in the entire mat though, and when he does it takes quite some time to dry
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I now just travel w Gaiam yoga mat towels. There are different styles and thickness - outstanding for hot yoga - and you just lay over the studio funky mats :)I've tried the Manduka towels and they are not nearly as well made and they constantly bunch up on top of mat irritating
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I had the manufacturer replace mine because it of the stains. My new pink mat is better but to prevent any light colored yoga may from staining you must wipe it down on a regular basis. If you're not using manduka's mat wash, which is a spray that you'll get a discount code to order when you receive your mat... Then simply wipe your may down with a simple water and white vinegar home made cleanser. Just put about one tablespoon into every cup of warm water. Use a soft towel to clean. It's really been easy to prevent it from staining as long as your storing your mat properly and keeping it clean- for sanitation purposes it's recommended you clean it after every other use or so. I had the manufacturer replace mine because it of the stains. My new pink mat is better but to prevent any light colored yoga may from staining you must wipe it down on a regular basis. If you're not using manduka's mat wash, which is a spray that you'll get a discount code to order when you receive your mat... Then simply wipe your may down with a simple water and white vinegar home made cleanser. Just put about one tablespoon into every cup of warm water. Use a soft towel to clean. It's really been easy to prevent it from staining as long as your storing your mat properly and keeping it... » Read More I had the manufacturer replace mine because it of the stains. My new pink mat is better but to prevent any light colored yoga may from staining you must wipe it down on a regular basis. If you're not using manduka's mat wash, which is a spray that you'll get a discount code to order when you receive your mat... Then simply wipe your may down with a simple water and white vinegar home made cleanser. Just put about one tablespoon into every cup of warm water. Use a soft towel to clean. It's really been easy to prevent it from staining as long as your storing your mat properly and keeping it clean- for sanitation purposes it's recommended you clean it after every other use or so. « Show Less
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You have a few choices that we recommend: 1. Disinfect your yoga mat with isopropyl alcohol. Pour some isopropyl alcohol into a small spray bottle and liberally spray your yoga mat. The alcohol will kill any germs on contact while eliminating sweaty odors. Let your yoga mat dry for a few hours before using it. 2. Soak your yoga mat in a apple cider vinegar solution. The high acidity of the vinegar will destroy the microorganisms accumulated from constant use. Add 2 cups apple cider vinegar to 4 gallons water in a tub. Wash with a sponge or soft cloth and rinse good. Let it air dry for 24 to 48 hours This will also make your yoga mat smell new and clean. Also in a small spray bottle add Spring water, Tea Tree Oil and lavender oil to spray after every practice. Tea tree oil has natural antibacterial and antifungal properties to effectively fight germs, while the scent of Lavender oil helps you relax and add a wonderful freshness to your mat. What fragrance of Lavender oil will be your choice. Please: DON'T USE SOAP!!!! Soap tends to soak into the mat. It will make it real slippery a with soapy residue after each practice! May take several soakings in the tub to get all the soap out!! The IronDog
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I don't use a towel. The mat is fine until it gets wet with sweat, then it gets very slippery, at least for me. I have been told by a friend that this improves over time with usage, that the mat requires a 'break in' period.
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To me they work okay, I'm sure they work better with the "sticky" mats but compared to not having a towel or using a regular bath towel is like night and day. I perspire quite a bit in class and always had trouble keeping my feet planted regardless of what mat I used. The Yogitoes mat towel has been by far the best solution. Like everyone says dampen the towel a little bit for the best results.
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Well, I use the Jade mat, which is extra sticky, so it's a bit harder than my last mat. I sit the mat on the floor, open it and peel the bag down. The bag has to be aaaaall the way open or forget it. Not exceptionally easy, but it's what I'm used to :) Hope this helps!
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Hi Dennis,I read your exchange with Jason on Amazon where he asked about a yoga mat thicker than a quarter inch. I already use a mat a quarter inch thick but sometimes cannot stay in certain poses because of pain of bone seeming to touch the floor. Maybe the mat is too soft, I don't know, or maybe I am just too skinny. I was looking for a thicker than quarter inch but was impressed by your statement that you had looked at this and found thicker than this would be unstable.So what is the "mat pad" to which you refer? Maybe that would be the solution. I could not identify under your products on Amazon what would be.Thanks,Greg Smith Hi Dennis,I read your exchange with Jason on Amazon where he asked about a yoga mat thicker than a quarter inch. I already use a mat a quarter inch thick but sometimes cannot stay in certain poses because of pain of bone seeming to touch the floor. Maybe the mat is too soft, I don't know, or maybe I am just too skinny. I was looking for a thicker than quarter inch but was impressed by your statement that you had looked at this and found thicker than this would be unstable.So what is the "mat pad" to which you refer? Maybe that would be the solution. I could... » Read More Hi Dennis,I read your exchange with Jason on Amazon where he asked about a yoga mat thicker than a quarter inch. I already use a mat a quarter inch thick but sometimes cannot stay in certain poses because of pain of bone seeming to touch the floor. Maybe the mat is too soft, I don't know, or maybe I am just too skinny. I was looking for a thicker than quarter inch but was impressed by your statement that you had looked at this and found thicker than this would be unstable.So what is the "mat pad" to which you refer? Maybe that would be the solution. I could not identify under your products on Amazon what would be.Thanks,Greg Smith « Show Less
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I have this for them and they dont dry out Cottonelle Fresh Flushable Moist Wipes Tub 42- box color may vary . you can buy it here but I got it at the grocery .. also before that I put them in a ziplock bag . that I made sure was closed tightly by rolling alt the air of of it .. and have had no problem with any drying . hope this helped
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I haven't had that problem. I usually put a towel over the actual mat and hang the towel to air dry after using it. I then store the bamboo mat on its side, next to the bathtub. You may try putting the mat in strong sunshine for a few days, especially if you are in a dry climate. :/
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I keep some in there for heat therapy for sports massage but they are extremely hot so I take them out with a towel 15 minutes before the beginning of the session. You can burn yourself and the client if you are not very careful.
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I gave the mat as a gift to my niece's daughter and she claims to have washed it and dried it in the machine and it came out good as new. Hope this is helpful.
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Ya that's why I think hanging it after spin is a better way to go. It is dry by morning. Did it shrink in the dryer?Dave
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I've practiced both with and without a towel on this mat. Without a towel the mat becomes slippery with slight perspiration because the mat does not absorb moisture, which is mainly a problem for me during downward facing dog. Because of this, I usually place a towel on the mat after I've completed sun salutations when I'm warmed up. The towel provides traction for my hands and feet, and stays put on the mat. I've had different results with different brands of towels. Manduka's eQua mat towels have provided the best grip with this mat.
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I love the mat. Great grip(I do hot yoga ) and holds up against sweat. It is dense thought I do put a cheap mat underneath. Most would be ok without but I am very sensitive to pressure in my knees.