A yoga mat, otherwise known as an exercise mat, is a small and soft piece of foam used for exercise.
When doing any sort of exercise on the floor, whether it’s stretching, ab work, or yoga, you’re going to experience some level of discomfort. Naturally, humans have pointy and bony joints like the elbows, knees, and lower back. When these body parts are put under pressure on a hard floor, it hurts, and also puts you at risk of injuring yourself.