What does a yoga towel do?Updated 2 years ago

Whilst practicing yoga is a low impact activity, it is important to not underestimate the heat that it can generate. There will be times that you begin to sweat and your hands and feet begin to get moist causing you to slip. A yoga towel can help with this. The majority of yoga mats are closed cell top surface (see our Mat Care Guide) which means moisture will not get absorbed in the mat and can create a layer of moisutre between your mat and your hands and feet. Thus creating the feeling of slipping. It’s normal and quite common. A yoga towel can help. 

When you feel slip beginning to happen, placing a yoga hand or mat towel on the mat under your hands will absorb your sweat and provide the missing grip. It’s our favourite tool for any yogi, as slip can be the biggest physical challenge in yoga. Every class and every person can have a different experience each day, so this simple tool can help make your experience a little less unpredictable.

For further towel guidance, check out our Guide to Yoga Towels!