What is the difference between a yoga mat and an exercise mat?

The difference between ayoga matand oneexercise matlies mainly inThickness, material and slip resistanceYoga mats are thinner and offer better grip for balance exercises, while gymnastics mats are softer and thicker to protect joints during floor exercises.

OurOmnana yoga matswere specially developed for different yoga styles – with top grip, sustainable materials and the perfect balance between comfort & stability. TheOmnana Comfy™ training matis significantly thicker and offers extra cushioning for fitness & workouts. Here are the exact differences:

Thickness & Damping

• SoGrip™ yoga mat (4 mm)– Perfect balance of comfort and stability, ideal for dynamic flows & intensive yoga sessions.
• Glue™ Yoga Mat (4 mm)– Thinner and extra sticky for extra slip resistance, ideal for demanding balance positions.
• SoftSense™ yoga mat (4 mm)– Pleasantly soft with strong cushioning, perfect for calm yoga styles such as Yin or Restorative Yoga.
• JetSet™ Travel Yoga Mat (1.5 mm)– Ultralight & foldable, ideal for travel and on the go.
• Corky™ yoga mat (4 mm)– Natural cork feeling with self-reinforcing grip, great for hot yoga & sustainable yogis.
• Comfy™ training mat (8 mm)– Much thicker than yoga mats, protects joints and provides maximum comfort for workouts but less stability for balance exercises.

Material & Slip Resistance

• SoGrip™:PU surface with natural rubber – maximum grip, no slipping, even when sweating.
• Glue™:Innovative PVC with extra adhesive surface – extremely non-slip.
• SoftSense™:Microfiber surface with natural rubber – super soft & absorbent, perfect for gentle yoga styles.
• JetSet™:Microfiber-natural rubber combination – thin, ideal for on the go.
• Corky™:Natural cork with non-slip natural rubber – firm grip that gets even better with moisture.
• Comfy™:Soft foam – very comfortable for fitness, but not ideal for flowing yoga exercises.

Flexibility & Area of Application

• yoga mats:Stable & non-slip – ideal for asanas, balance exercises and flowing movements.
• Comfy™:Soft & elastic – perfect for floor exercises, but less suitable for dynamic yoga flows.

TheComfy™is great for Pilates, stretching exercises and home workouts, while the yoga mats are specially designed for different yoga styles.