Gaiam Thick Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap
About this product
The Gaiam Thick Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap, from the Gaiam Essentials line, is a cushioned exercise mat for floor workouts, stretching and gentle yoga. It suits beginners, people with sensitive knees or wrists, and anyone who exercises on a hard floor at home and wants more padding than a standard thin yoga mat provides.
How much does the Gaiam Thick Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap cost?
When we last checked in October 2026, the Gaiam Thick Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap was typically selling for about $20 – $30 in the US. That is an approximate range, not a quote: the retailer changes prices often, and colour, size or storage options can move it up or down. Use the Buy Now button to see the exact price today before you decide.
Key features
- Extra thickness: Gaiam lists the Essentials mat at 2/5 inch (about 10 mm), far thicker than a typical yoga mat.
- NBR foam: the mat is made from a soft, springy foam that cushions joints on hard floors.
- Standard footprint: listed at 72 inches long and 24 inches wide.
- Carrying strap: a strap is included to hold the rolled mat and carry it over a shoulder.
- Textured surface: a ribbed finish helps the mat stay put on the floor.
- Colour choice: sold in a range of plain colours.
Who should buy it
Pick this mat for Pilates, core work, stretching, physiotherapy exercises and restorative yoga, where comfort under the knees, hips and spine matters more than a firm connection to the floor. It also works as a general-purpose mat for home workouts.
It is less suited to dynamic or balance-heavy yoga. Thick, soft foam compresses under the hands and feet, which makes standing balances wobblier and can strain wrists in poses that bear weight. Foam mats also offer less grip than dense rubber or sticky PVC mats when you sweat, and the soft surface marks and dents easily; shoes, pet claws and furniture will damage it. At 72 inches, taller people may find their head or feet off the mat when lying down. A thick mat rolls up into a bulky cylinder.
What to check before you buy
- Thickness and size: confirm the dimensions on the listing, as Gaiam sells many mats in different thicknesses.
- Colour: shades differ between screens.
- Strap: make sure the version includes the carrying strap.
- Smell: new foam mats often have an odour; unroll and air the mat for a few days before use.
- Cleaning: wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap, and let it dry fully before rolling.
- Material sensitivities: check the material details on the listing if you have allergies.
Confirm the current price and the exact colour and thickness on the retailer’s page before you order.
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