Exercise & Yoga Mats

First, you’ll notice with many of our mats there is a smooth side and one that is striped. Ensure that the smooth side of the mat is facing down, using the striped side for greater traction and comfort. We also offer double sided Yoga mats, balancing comfortable cushioning with solid ground contact. The main function of a Yoga mat is to provide grip and prevent hands and feet from slipping while in difficult poses and stretches. This will be especially helpful for holding positions in a Yoga or Pilates session, which require strong grounding to remain stable. However, you can use your mat for whatever you want, providing a comfortable base for a range of activities.

First, wipe free any dirt or detritus accumulated on your mat, then lay it flat on the ground. You can simply mix some water and dish soap, soak a rag in the soapy water and start to scrub your mat. There are special exercise mat soaps you can buy, but this isn’t totally necessary as any mild soap will do the job. After you’ve given your mat a good scrub, spray it down with some water to get rid of the soap, then hang it up to dry. Make sure you’ve air dried for at least about an hour before using it again.

You might not think there’s much of a difference, and it’s also natural to wonder: Can I use an exercise mat for yoga? Yoga mats and exercise mats have some key differences that are worth considering in deciding which to get for your home fitness space. Yoga mats are typically thinner, with Lifespan Fitness stocking mainly 5mm Yoga mats, and 6mm Yoga mats. longer and have more of textured surface for additional grip. This works great for holding difficult poses/stretches during Yoga or some light calisthenics. Exercise mats, on the other hand, tend to be thicker, with our ranging between 7mm and 15mm exercise mats. However, it is still possible to find hybrid mats such as a thick Yoga mat, or a thinner exercise mat, so it’s best to have a look around and see which one suits your needs best.

Lifespan Fitness exercise mats are made of premium quality materials, usually an eco-friendly NBR foam materials that can withstand intense workouts, and last the long-haul. Our equipment also looks great in your space, coming in a range of colours and sizes to suit your style. With Lifespan Fitness’ exercise gear, you’re gaining access to highest quality exercise and Yoga mats Australia wide, all from an Australian company.

When purchasing you exercise and Yoga mats at Lifespan Fitness, we offer a convenient ‘buy now pay later’ scheme through Zip Pay. This allows you to spread out payments over the course of between 3 months, all the way up to 60 months. These payments are interest free, with a monthly account fee which is waived if you have nothing owing. Check out the information page above to see if these options appeal to you

Lifespan Fitness gives you access to convenient delivery services Australia wide. You can also opt for a click and collect option from our warehouses in VIC or NSW. For click and collect, it’s recommended to have an adequately sized SUV, Van, Wagon or Large Tray Ute. For safety reasons, we cannot force a product that does not physically fit into your vehicle. Check out our delivery and pickup information page for more information.