Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Yoga Mat Carrier Strap (72"L x 24"W x 2/5 Inch Thick)

When I received this mat, it had a very strong odor so I posted here asking for feedback and the company posted a respond on how to clean the mat to eliminate the odor within an hour of my posting. I responded to them, before I use vinegar on the mat I wanted to ensure if in fact the odor doesn't clear from what they offered that I could still return it or would it void my return. NO response. I've now posted that question three times in a few days (amazon won't post a question without a response) and the company won't respond. I am left to assume that while they encourage you to clean it with vinegar once you do, it voids a return so you are left with a smelly mat. I'm returning it before I try cleaning it based on the other reviews here that the smell doesn't in fact go away.

Smells like death! Horrible stink like sewage. Rather throw it out then try to return this mat!

I really like this mat. It’s thick and works great on my wood floors. I bought it to replace another more expensive Gaiam mat that was supposed to be “extra thick” but was not. The strap is handy and the price is fantastic!

I read the reviews and agree with most of them. It's a really nice mat and you can't beat the price. It is long and very soft, which I personally like. I am older and wanted some extra cushion for knees and elbows. I can see where it would throw balance off a bit due to this softness, but I look at it as pushing me harder to keep my balance. Great mat that I would recommend. I got the pretty blue one;)

I tried 4 different mats ranging from $13-$25 and this is the best I've found so far. It's thick and cushy. For the most part it is non slip, but it can still be a bit slippery. My main complaint is that it wears down easily, I have had it for a couple weeks and I already see some breakdown of the material. Overall though I am very happy. I had to return the other 3 mats, this is the first I am keeping.

I've used this one time and where my feet plant for warrior 2 and plank is already coming apart. I would not recommend for flow/power yoga. The mat thickness definitely makes it more challenging for balance poses in yoga.

Arrived in good shape. It's uncomfortable to do yoga on for me, I don't find it cushy or comfortable and it seems very skinny. Not wide at all and little room to move around. Has a smell to it. It is sitting in my living room and I can smell it in the next room. Disappointed :/

After reading reviews i was expecting a bit damaged or wrinkled mat. Arrived in a big box inside wrapped in plastic.when opened had slight fishy smell, but after a night unrolled in garage - no problem at all.Soft, thick as i need it.

Do not buy this mat. I've never seen a mat that get in such a bad shape after only a few uses. The material is very cheap and becomes all cracked (melted look) after only a couple of sessions. Awful product.

Yoga mat de súper pésima calidad! Al segundo día de empezar a usarlo comenzó a cuartearse y a desbaratarse como por arte de magia. Materiales súper corrientes. No vuelvo a comprar nada de ésta marca: GAIAM.Por parte de Amazon no obtuve solución a mi intención de devolver el producto para recibir un reembolso. Tres veces me fueron generadas etiquetas para ser devuelto y las tres veces fueron rechazadas por DHL, alegando ésta empresa que las etiquetas que yo llevaba eran duplicas y no servian ya para nada.Ya he realizado devoluciones con Amazon y sinceramente nunca había tenido ningun problema. Es la primera vez que tengo una experiencia así de desagrable.Gracias.

This isn't a yoga matt. It's a thick memory foam matt. After 2-3 weeks of regular use, already there is wear and tear. Because this is memory foam material, it takes the form of whatever shape you keep it in. Mine came with an ingrained strap imprint already. I would not recommend this product for yoga. It might be a good matt to keep underneath a sleeping bag for extra comfort, but definitely not for regular yoga use.

I've used plenty of mats in my time, and I would call this thing a cheap camping mattress over a yoga mat. Absolutely no grip, and does not hold its shape. It's permanently curled after just a few weeks. Feels incredibly cheap. I'd rather use the old ones the studio provides.

LOVE this product.Amazing thickness for a yoga mat without feeling bulky and super comfy for your feet. I use mine all the time for yoga and home workouts and find it is the perfect thickness and size in general. I usually find it hard to find mats that are not too thin/ will hurt when you do sit ups and this one is perfect .Came with a shoulder strap which was great for travel. Have had for a few months now and neither the strap nor the mat are showing any signs of wear.Good price for the quality .