4 cool yoga mats in Singapore to buy in 2021
Pretty yoga mats that make you want to pose on them. Gorgeous, sweaty workouts for your physical wellbeing
Text: Kritika S
Online yoga workouts have become a way of life since 2020, and while they can be sweaty workouts affair, that doesn’t mean we can’t amp up the style with pretty yoga mats as we downward dog. While we’re fans of cute activewear to help us feel and look good while getting a full body workout, we tend to neglect our fitness accessories. This all changed when we spotted these pretty yoga mats in Singapore to buy in 2021 that don’t just look great, but get you working up a sweat, too.
The options are endless. From tropical prints to shimmery details, there’s one for all bendy occasions, from an online yoga sesh to an outdoor HIIT workout. Here are some of our favourite aesthetically pleasing mats:
BEST LOCAL BRAND: ASANA
Born here on the Red Dot, Asana has grown into an inspiring sports brand. They manage to create quality products to support the fitness goals of so many wellness enthusiasts. Minimal environmental impact and infinite designs are some of the core characteristics. There’s also science behind each of their designs which come engraved with symmetrical lines that provide excellent reference points to correct your posture and improve your poses.
These mats have room to move around and the thickness of each mat is perfect for cushioning knees and elbows. So much so, even if you’re doing sweaty workouts, the unique material stops you from slipping. Choose from their ‘Cork series’ or ‘The Ultimate Workout series’ on their website.
MOST BEAUTIFUL: SUGARMAT
Pioneered by a group of sweet people in Canada, Sugarmats is all about adding style to your everyday physical wellbeing activities. Not only do they create gorgeous yoga mats, but they’re also committed to the planet. Their eye-catching designs are inspired by art, fashion and cities all around the world, plus you can even get your name monogrammed on these beauties. From PU mats for HIIT workouts to foldable travel friendly mats, there’s something for everyone on a yoga journey, whether beginners or professionals. Oh, and btw, they also do accessories and active wear. Bottom line, if you’re looking to add a little colour to practice, Sugarmat is your answer.
GREAT VARIETY: YOGA DESIGN LAB AT OMGOING
Chad Turner started Yoga Design Lab in Bali to design mats that would make people excited about practising yoga. Her approach? Blending fashion-forward design with innovative functionality and bio-renewable consciousness. Today, Yoga Design Lab has a whole range of mats ranging from something light for travelling, to thick mats that provide cushioning during high intensity workouts. There’s also a brilliant combo-mat — like a towel + mat together made of soft velvety fibre and with a vice-like grip. Vibrant in colour and experimental in pattern and print (think palm trees to abstract colour blocking and dreamy sunset views), they’re one-of-a-kind pieces you won’t find anywhere else. The best bit: they ship their yoga mats to Singapore for free.
TOP QUALITY: MANDUKA
Manduka is more than eco-friendly yoga gear; they’re leaders in creating innovative yoga mats for practitioners of all levels. From deep corals to clear blues, they offer a unique combination of firm grip and unparalleled support. Hot on the heels of their legendary PRO mats, Manduka now stock a round yoga mat Inspired by the moon, they come in sunrise and sunset colours, and the 360° range of motion allows freedom of movement in all directions (perfect if your Half Moon Pose is wobbly). Shop for Manduka yoga mats online or at their stores at Marina Square or Ngee Ann City.
