Keeping Your Yoga Mat Clean and Healthy
Having a dirty and stinky yoga mat may disturb the tranquility of your inner self during yoga sessions. You are supposed to relax when having yoga, but not with an unclean mat. So, the big question is when was the last time you gave your untidy yoga mat a bath? It is fairly easy and simple to clean your mat and it is up to you to do it or not.
There are specific things that must be noted if you want to get the best from your yoga mat.
Like any other item, always read the manufacturer's guide on how to manage and take good care of your yoga mat. This is the most common and the most obvious thing to do. What if you lost the original manufacturer's instruction? Below is a guide and some instructions on how to care for and clean your yoga mat.
Non-abrasive Hand Washing Method
The best course of action is to make use of non-abrasive cleaning methods. If your mat is lightly stained, use a spray bottle, damp sponge, or terry cloth rag. Use a solution of three cups of lukewarm water and four drops of dishwashing liquid/soap. Some people use baking soda, hydrogen peroxide or tea tree oil instead of soap. Rub the soiled areas. Be careful with hydrogen peroxide as it could bleach certain materials, however.
If your mat is heavily stained, dip it in a bath tub solution of warm water and mild soap. Use only a small amount of soap to avoid residue. Any leftover residue can cause you to slip off and fall during your yoga session.
Using Washing Machine
All kinds of cloth and flexible mats (cotton, jute) can be cleaned using a washing machine. Rubber and foam mats do not fit in this category. Use a little mild detergent and mix it in cold water at about 40 รข??. Don't use the spin cycle. If your machine does not have this feature, remember to remove the mat before the spin cycle because it can damage the mat. Do not use a drier because it will damaged the fiber especially cotton mats.
Rinsing and Drying Your Yoga Mat
There is a proper way to rinse a yoga mat. Wash the mat thoroughly and rinse it in clean lukewarm water. Don't squeeze out your mat as you rinse; just let the water run off of it naturally because it can wear out cloth mats, especially cotton ones. Do not fold your mat until it is completely dry. Rub your mat with a dry terry cloth or you can also roll your mat up with a towel and step on it to remove residue out to speed up the drying process. Hang the mat to let it air dry. Or, you can lay it on a large, fresh towel then turn it and air dry on top of another large, fresh towel.
Prevention
To keep your yoga mat from getting dirty (and stinky), try these suggestions:
• If you are a person who is sweats a lot when having work outs, keep a thirsty towel nearby to dry off your hands and your mat between poses.
• You can apply mat sprays right after each yoga session and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
• Do not use hand or body lotion before using your mat to keep it clean and slip free.
• Do not share your mat with other people. They may not care about your it the way you do.
No matter how good and how often you clean and maintain your mat, a time will come that it will wear out and face its limit. Always consider your yoga mat's state. Sometimes buying a new one will be much more efficient than having a hard time cleaning it. Be sure to know whether or not your mat is recyclable.
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