The best yoga mat thickness for people with knee pain is around 1 2 to 1 inch depending on the level of knee discomfort.
Best yoga mat for joints.
Gaiam s premium mat is an extra thick 6mm yoga mat that is perfect for sensitive knees.
This manduka mat delivers shock absorbing cushioning so that it hurts a little less when your joints literally hit the mat.
Used it about 10 times so far and i couldn t be happier.
If you re embarking on your yoga journey and you re not too concerned about thickness gaiam s cult favorite mat is the best place to start.
In addition to being extremely durable it s also guaranteed for life and made with a closed cell.
Despite its thickness this pvc mat is surprisingly lightweight which makes it an ideal option for taking to and from your yoga classes.
You ll also want to make sure your mat has a non slip grip we re just guessing here but should you fall on your own sweat during an intense workout your knees probably won t be too happy.
This manduka pro yoga and pilates mat is widely considered one of the best mats on the market.