How well does this towel work for Ashtanga?
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I'd say standard weight works alright with the faster pace vinyasas. Some students are happy with a standard beach towel, but I find myself with six yoga towels now. The latest ones I got are Plush and the Extra Long (XL) Yoga Rat ones. I fold the ends under the rubber mat and find it my best solution yet. Having a towel meander or bunch up doesn't ruin my day, but I sure do enjoy having nice towels.
127475
I don't use a towel for ashtanga, just my regular yoga mat. I use this for hot yoga and its great. Much less expensive than yogi toes:)
200355
I use this towel 4 times a week at my "hot yoga" class (105 degress)--it is super absorbant and does not slip when wiping sweat. I love it!
1833199
I don't have an issue with slipping overall. But for very hot classes, I have a manukau towel that works beautifully on the mat.
264872
I use mine as a pool towel, but it doubles as a sarong too. I love it. Dries so much faster than a regular towel.
1833192
I practiced without a towel and had an awful time slipping. I now have a Jade yoga mat which provides a much better grip. However, in my hot classes, everyone is required to bring a towel. I purchased a Yogitoes towel through Amazon and it's great. I would assume it would work well on all yoga mats. The Yogitoes towel (and many yoga towels) have small skidless rubber bumps on the side that lays on your mat which holds it in place. With some of the yoga towels (including the Yogitoes) you need to dampen the towel with water first; if you practice on the towel when it is completely dry, you'll slip on the dry towel surface. Hope that helped! I practiced without a towel and had an awful time slipping. I now have a Jade yoga mat which provides a much better grip. However, in my hot classes, everyone is required to bring a towel. I purchased a Yogitoes towel through Amazon and it's great. I would assume it would work well on all yoga mats. The Yogitoes towel (and many yoga towels) have small skidless rubber bumps on the side that lays on your mat which holds it in place. With some of the yoga towels (including the Yogitoes) you need to dampen the towel with water first; if you practice on the towel when it is completely dry,... » Read More I practiced without a towel and had an awful time slipping. I now have a Jade yoga mat which provides a much better grip. However, in my hot classes, everyone is required to bring a towel. I purchased a Yogitoes towel through Amazon and it's great. I would assume it would work well on all yoga mats. The Yogitoes towel (and many yoga towels) have small skidless rubber bumps on the side that lays on your mat which holds it in place. With some of the yoga towels (including the Yogitoes) you need to dampen the towel with water first; if you practice on the towel when it is completely dry, you'll slip on the dry towel surface. Hope that helped! « Show Less
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If the jute fiber side is on the ground/floor, i think it works great. The regular mat side has plenty of grip. If you are doing yoga with the jute fiber side on-top, then it really doesnt have enough grip for you on that top jute fiber side.I feel like the jute fiber makes the mat a bit more durable, but is only good when that side is at the bottom
374710
I have not- I bought it to use as a beach towel. It is great for that but sorry I can't answer for other uses.
1696655
I suspect that they call it a sport towel as well as a yoga towel so the customer base is larger than just yoga practitioners! However, this towel does cover my whole yoga mat.
136897
I have used them for several applications, they work well in all apps I have tried. They work well for washing and drying the car, although a good cotton towel still dries the car better.
1580388
Haven't tried but I think it would work. I wouldn't fold it, for my mat it would be about the right size. I don't think it would slip. It's thin and grippy. And super absorbent. Great towel.
252493
I really like the towel but I don't think that this would be your best option. If in a jam, I think it would work.
732437
Absolutely- its extra-large-mat sized! (Same size as the Aurorae mat.) I have used mine on occasion solo. It folds up slightly smaller than a bath towel. It is microfiber so it is thin, it doesnt provide much cushion, but I have used it and it worked well for a clean exersize surface and for traction/sweat!
547410
Though it is long and wide enough to fit me (I'm 5'4), it is fairly thin and very smooth. On a floor you can expect it to move around quite a bit. Ideally, I think it should be used as a pool towel or a throw blanket. It's very pretty and I enjoy it a lot! But I don't think I would recommend it for yoga as much as meditation. I hope this helps :)
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Your question is not so clear -- what do you mean by 'better for your feet sliding in the towel'? Do you mean the <amduka eQua Yoga Mat Towel or just an ordinary towel? However, I can only say this -- the Manduka eQua Yoga Mat Towel has been the BEST towel I have used so far -- it is great for all types of yoga, including hot yoga. The grip is great -- both for hands and feet.
1350954
Totally! I use the eQua and the yoguitoes mat towels, both are very good and they will keep you from sliding, I preffer the eQua one with my manduka mat.
618829
Yoga is the only thing I haven't used this towel for.... yet... but I would, and know that the comfort and versatility of it will be useful to you. This towel has replaced many things for me; I can use it for just about anything. Good luck to you!
1833196
Ive used a towel before and its worked fine. I have invested in toesox which really help with the slipping. More practice and the more the mat will break in.