The 8 Best Travel Yoga Mats

The inexpensive Ivim Folding Portable may seem like the frugal traveler's go-to option, but it's not very durable. You may kick yourself for not investing in a product that promises longevity. Still, it's a good choice for someone who takes an occasional weekend trip.

The Gaiam Foldable compresses into a 10" x 12" compact size. It's scored with imprinted lines that are intended to help you achieve proper alignment in poses where positioning is crucial in avoiding an injury. Despite this, some people dislike the manufactured creases.

Although the Zen Active isn't known for its longevity, it is elegant, easy to clean, and environmentally friendly. It's also versatile: one side utilizes memory foam technology for enhanced bone and joint protection, whereas the other provides better traction.

The Khataland YoFoMat is nonconformist in terms of its design: rather than rolling up like its peers, it folds up to the size of a large book. As an added bonus, it can also be used as a sleeping pad. This versatility makes it ideal for a backpacker with a compact rig.

The Clever Yoga Non-Slip is made with a glide-resistant material that will instill you with confidence by ensuring that it won't slide around in poses like downward dog. Measuring 72 inches long, this one offers enough length for even the tallest yogis.

The Manduka Eko Superlite's 1.5 mm thickness achieves the ideal balance of being thin enough to be portable and substantial enough to provide solid support between you and the floor. It can be rolled up and tied to a backpack or tucked into the bottom of a suitcase.

The Jade Travel is manufactured in the USA from biodegradable, open-cell natural rubber, which provides grip even when it's drenched with sweat, making it the material of choice for many serious practitioners. Also, the company promises to plant a tree for each sale made.

Although the YoGo Ultralight is very thin, the support it provides is heavenly, and it is tough enough to withstand the rigors of travel. In fact, it is so well made, you may find yourself using it in in your daily sessions upon returning home from your journey.