Yoga Towel and Supplies

Committing to Yoga – a beginner

Yoga Towel Fan — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:23:20 +0000

Yoga Towel and Supplies has agreed to let me write about my yoga journey. My previous yoga experience is extremely limited. I have attended one yoga class at a health club a few years back. Prior to that, I had spent a few months where I was fairly regular about doing Rodney Yee’s A.M. Yoga. Although a very mild 20 minutes of yoga, I will say that I enjoyed it. So why now and why make a public commitment? As I have watched the health of my parent deteriorate as hit their 70′s, I started wondering if there is any way to make an impact on my future health. There are no guarantees in this life, but it surely can’t hurt to try and probably it will even impact my life in my 40′s. So eating right, exercising and meditation are the things I’m committing to do starting now! Although I take fairly good care of myself, these will be big changes for me.

I’m not planning to take any classes at this point. I started today with a 20 minute yoga workout on an iPad app. It’s called Daily Yoga and I thought it really did a good job of show the poses and moving through the workout. I will say that I feel good, but my body can tell I had a little workout. I also did a Kirtan Kriya meditation that lasts about 13 minutes. My new eating habits will attempt to follow an anti-inflammatory program similar to that discussed in Dr. Andrew Weill’s Healthy Aging.

If you had any advice, I welcome your suggestions. Val

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prAna Yoga Mat

Yogitoes Skidless Hand Towel

Yoga Towel Fan — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:48:08 +0000

This Yogitoes Skidless Hand Towel for yoga is the designed to prevent slipping during your yoga practice. Simply place this skidless yoga towel with the eco numbs facing down to your yoga mat or carpet (low-pile). The eco nubs start gripping when you distribute your weight in a yoga posture, preventing your hands from slipping during the stretch. This super absorbent, fast drying Yogitoes Skidless hand-sized towel is made of 80% polyester and 20% nylon which puts a hygienic layer between you and your yoga mat. It is safe to use in the washing machine and dryer. Measures 17" x 26". Available Colors: blue, green, yellow, moss, orange, purple, red, sand, stone, white and loam.

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Manduka Standard Superlite Yoga Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:15:47 +0000

The eKO Collection from Manduka are natural biodegradable rubber mats. the eKO SuperLite weighs about 2 lbs and features superior grip on carpet or hard surfaces. It's easy to fold and fit into a travel bag or even a purse. No flaking, fading or footprint in the landfill. This lightweight eco-friendly mat is perfect for travelers and those interested in protecting our environment. It has dual-layer technology for the best combination of durability, grip and skid-resistance. The top layer or "orange peel" surface provides a natural grip and prevents moisture from getting into the mat and breeding bacteria. The eKO SuperLite Mat is made from sustainably harvested tree rubber. The foaming agents that create the Manduka Standard Superlite Yoga Mat are non-toxic, unlike other rubber yoga mats. This means there are no toxic chemicals for softening the rubber in the manufacturing process. When this mat biodegrades, there is no toxic residue. Available Colors: moss, lava, acai

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Gaiam Thirsty Yoga Towel (Smokey Purple)

Yoga Towel Fan — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:13:35 +0000

Yoga towels come in handy in several situations--as a top layer for your yoga mat, as a yoga mat substitute when a mat isn't available, or while performing "hot" yoga. When used with a yoga mat, this microfiber towel from Gaiam keeps you from slipping while adding a hygienic barrier to the floor. However, it also excels as a regular towel, with a super-absorbent construction that mops up sweat during a particularly energizing routine. The same size as a standard Gaiam yoga mat, the towel is fashionable and effective. About Gaiam Gaiam was created as a lifestyle company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing, for themselves, their families and the Earth. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for individual health as well as the future sustainability of the Earthâ��s resources. Gaiam strives to provide customers with alternatives to traditional products by offering natural, eco-friendly or healthy versions that compare with the style, quality and price of conventional products. Gaiamâ��s goal is to become the trusted source and unifying brand for Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) participants. They understand that the opportunity to affect peopleâ��s lives with information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. Gaiam believes in the concept of Conscious Commerce, the practice of making purchasing decisions based on personal values and beliefs. It takes into consideration all the aspects of our lives and the impact we have upon the planet. Research indicates this concept appeals to approximately 50 million people in the U.S. alone. Gaiam's strategy in delivering the distinctive quality for which they are known is to partner with experts in health/wellness, eco-living and personal development to develop proprietary products that meet our customersâ�� needs with meaningful solutions. The name GAIAM is a fusion of the words Gaia (the name of Mother Earth from the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete), and I am reminds us that we are all interconnected with the Earth, the air and water, and very much a part of this living system that sustains us all.

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Hot Yoga Towel (2-pack)

Yoga Towel Fan — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 21:06:55 +0000

A 2-pack of hot yoga towels so you'll always have a clean towel ready for your yoga practice. This bright teal hot yoga towel is designed to be used as a mat or it can be used on top of a mat. It measures 72" x 24" and the microfiber absorbs perspiration 10 times better than cotton. It is lint-free, can be washed up to 500 times and is anti-bacterial and anti-microbial. This ultra soft breathable hot yoga towel is ideal for Ashtanga & Bikram Hot Yoga Practices and can be can be washed up to 500 times. It does reduce slip even though it is not totally anti-skid. A terrific hot yoga towel value

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Valeo Purple Yoga Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 03:10:45 +0000


This no-slip cushioned Valeo Purple Yoga Mat is 68" long and 24" wide. It's a durable washable lightweight sticky mat with good customer reviews. A solid performer at a great price.

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Flower Yoga Mat and Strap

Yoga Towel Fan — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 11:29:14 +0000

Yoga mats don’t necessarily have to be expensive to be good. This attractive flower yoga mat and strap from Altus is soft, lightweight and slip resistant. Users say it not only looks good, but it also performs well.


Yoga mats don't necessarily have to be expensive to be good. This attractive flower yoga mat and strap from Altus is soft, lightweight and slip resistant. Users say it not only looks good, but it also performs well.

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1/4 Inch Ultra Thick Yoga Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:56:21 +0000


We've been searching for years for the perfect yoga mat, and this is it! This extra-thick 1/4 inch mat has the cushion, comfort and "stickiness" in 12 great colors: Dark Blue, Purple, Dark Green, Burgundy, Light Blue, Light Purple, Light Green, Light Lavendar, Orange, Pink, Yellow and Red.

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Agile Fitness 1/4 thick Yoga Mat in Shoulder Carry Mesh Bag

Yoga Towel Fan — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:07:25 +0000

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Harbinger Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 21:01:11 +0000


Great for stretching, yoga, Pilates, and floor exercises, Harbinger's Durafoam Mat is soft and pliable with a cushion-like feel. You'll be so comfortable and relaxed while stretched out on this mat, you'll want to keep exercising! What's in the Box? Durafoam exercise mat Manufacturer Warranty 90 days

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Manduka Black Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:03:23 +0000

With its denser, thicker form, unparalleled comfort and cushioning, superior non-slip fabric finish, and simple, elegant design, the MandukaÂ® Black MatÂ® PRO will revolutionize your practice. It comfortably cushions your spine, hips, knees, and elbows on hard floors, while providing stability on hard or soft surfaces. It is slip resistant, yet non-sticky, even when wet from light perspiration.

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Jade Yoga Mats

Yoga Towel Fan — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 01:22:43 +0000

Jade Yoga's most popular premium mat, the Jade Harmony Professional 3/16-inch mat offers a perfect balance of traction and cushion. Jade mats are made with open-cell, natural rubber, which is well known for offering terrific slip-resistance. As a result, you no longer have to worry about slipping on your practice mat--even if it gets wet with perspiration. Jade mats also offer exceptional resilience, unmatched compression-set resistance, and incomparable cushioning, so you'll stay comfortable with every pose. And because natural rubber is a renewable resource tapped from rubber trees, the company's mats contain no PVC or ozone-depleting substances. Jade mats--which are made in the U.S. in compliance with all U.S. environmental and labor laws--are perfect for the yogi concerned about the Earth. Jade Yoga also plants a tree for every mat sold in partnership with Trees for the Future. The Harmony Professional comes in 68- and 74-inch lengths and is available in a variety of colors. The Jade can be hand washed with mild soap and warm water, and then hung or laid flat to dry out of direct sunlight. About Jade Yoga In a way, Jade Yoga began long before launching its first purple and blue Harmony yoga mats in 2002. Jade Yoga grew out of Jade Industries, a company that had been making non-slip natural rubber rug pads for area rugs since the early 1970s. For many years, Jade Industries also sold rug pads to select yogis in the area for use as yoga mats. As the story goes, rug mats first attracted the attention of yogis after B.K.S. Iyengar--who was in the U.S. doing a yoga demonstration on an oriental rug--asked a student to remove the rug after slipping repeatedly. Under the rug sat a rug mat, and the first yoga mat was born. Unfortunately, most yoga companies started making mats of cheap, imitation plastic or PVC instead--annoyingly slippery surfaces that were close to useless for many practices. Jade Yoga began in earnest in 2000 after it was approached by a savvy yogi who described the problem with these plastic and PVC mats. As Jade Industries were already making natural rubber rug pads, the company approached the problem from that angle and developed the Harmony, the first natural rubber yoga mat. Located in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, Jade Yoga has a number of products in the pipeline that align with the company's vision of producing high-quality products in an Earth-friendly way.

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Bean Yoga Mat – Phthalate Free

Yoga Towel Fan — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 14:03:09 +0000

This Bean yoga mat is now Phthalate free. Yep, it’s still a Bean Monster Mat, but it’s now made with what they call Clean PVC or Polymer Environmental Resin (PER). It’s more sensitive to you and the environment than standard PVC foam.

Yoga Mat Features:

Premium yoga mat that is high performance
Ultra thick 1/4″ mat with high grip performance and lots of colors from which to choose
Extra long and extra thick
Durable
Machine washable for easy care
CleanPVC Yoga Monster yoga mat provides a stable, slip-resistant surface
Non-toxic & environmentally friendly - Free of toxic phthalates, dioxins and furans, phenal, or heavy metals. SGS tested and verified
Good for all types of Yoga & Pilates

This mat does not contain toxic phthalates, dioxins and furans, phenal, or heavy metals and has a ecologically safer method of production which is better for the workers and the environment – and most importantly it performs great for all types of yoga with excellent traction and cushion!

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Skidless Yoga Towel

Yoga Towel Fan — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 15:30:45 +0000

Looking for a skidless yoga towel? The Yogitoes Skidless Premium Mat-Size Yoga Towel is one of the best-selling top-rated yoga towels on the market. There are hundreds of user reviews on this yoga towel and it consistently rates above four stars, not an easy feat on the Internet.

Yogitoes Skidless Premium Mat-Size Yoga Towel Features:

Slip prevention design with silicone eco nubs to grip mat or carpet
At 24 x 68 inches, it is large enough to put on top of most yoga mats
Super absorbent80/20 polyester-nylon
Machine-washable and dryer-safe; fast drying

Besides loving the absorbency of this yoga towel and it’s absorbency, customers reviews mention everything from how convenient this towel is to pack to how easy it is to wash. Another bonus is that it is available in 29 different colors!

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Why Use a Yoga Towel?

Yoga Towel Fan — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:33:42 +0000

There are several reasons one might use a yoga towel in addition to a yoga mat. For starters, it’s much easier to clean a towel than a mat since it can be washed just like any other towel. The advantage of a yoga towel over ordinary towels is in size and design. If you are in a class, your towel needs to be the size of your mat so that you aren’t taking more than your share of space, but more importantly, to prevent slipping. The design of a yoga towel should include a very absorbent non-slip fabric which is particularly helpful during hot yoga practices. Some towels will even have gripper feet on one side. Although not ideal, a good yoga towel can be used as a yoga mat if one is not available. If you practice yoga often, you’ll probably want to have more than one.

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Wai Lana Yoga Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:16:11 +0000

Enjoy browsing our Wai Lana Yoga Mat Selection. Beautiful patterns and colors in a variety of styles and thicknesses. Our selection includes everything from basic yoga mats to Phthalate-Free Eco Yoga Mat and Green EnviroMats to Lotus and Pilates mats. We have them with strap carriers and mat and bag sets as well. Take your time and find the right mat for your yoga practice.

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Yoga Mat and Bag Sets

Yoga Towel Fan — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:48:51 +0000

We offer a large selection of yoga mat and bag sets. They are perfect if you are in attend a class and prefer using your own yoga mat over those grungy ones available at the gym. Carrying a yoga mat without a bag or strap can be a little unwieldy, so these combos may be just what you’re looking for.

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prAna Yoga Mat

Yoga Towel Fan — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 20:11:44 +0000

prAna created the Revolution natural sticky mat in collaboration with John Friend, the founder of Anusara Yoga. It is constructed with dual cotton scrim, which creates a strong, stable practice surface that won’t bunch. At 30″ wide and 78″ long, this prAna yoga mat is much larger than standard yoga mats. It is also sturdy and eco-friendly, made with three biodegradable rubber layers are heat laminated without glue.

Reading reviews of the prAna yoga mat “The Revolution”, reveals strong feelings from many long-time yoga practitioners about the superiority of the mat. The comments range from how sticky it is to the lack of smell and everything in between and is even credited by some as transforming their yoga practice.

YPrana is a 5,000 year old Sanskrit word that means breath, life, and vitality of spirit. In Yoga, the three main channels of prana are the Pingala, the Ida and Sushumna. Pingala relates to the right side of the body, terminating at the right nostril and ida relates to the left side of the body, terminating at the left nostril. In some practices, alternate nostril breathing balances the prana that flows within the body. When prana enters a period of uplifted, intensified activity, it is called Pranotthana.

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Yoga Supplies

Yoga Towel Fan — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 19:58:12 +0000

We offer a comprehensive selection of yoga Supplies and yoga accessories… From yoga mats and bags, towels, bolsters to DVDs, books and clothing, we’re sure to have what you are looking for. Take your time and enjoy our store.

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Yoga Towels

Yoga Towel Fan — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 19:11:25 +0000

Our yoga towel selection includes a large variety of colors, sizes and types of yoga towels. Please take your time and enjoy browsing our selection of yoga supplies and accessories.

Today’s Featured Yoga Towel – 02-17-2010

The reviews we’ve seen on this Manduka Large eQua Towel are good overall, especially by those who use a Manduka Mat and/or practice hot yoga. Most reviewers admit that there is a little bunching of the towel and most don’t find it to be a problem. That said, you’ll want to read the reviews for yourself and see if you think it’s the right mat for you.

Today’s Featured Yoga Towel- 02-09-2010

One of our best-selling Yoga towels. It’s lightweight, will grip your mat and it’s fast-drying.

Today’s Featured Yoga Towel- 02-08-2010

This yoga towel is one of the most popular and highly rated. It’s available in a wide variety of colors and made by Yogitoes!

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