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How to Clean your Yoga Mat after that Sweaty Vinyasa Practice!

Yoga mats are a fairly close breeding ground for bacteria. You’re probably going to perspire or sweat a lot whenever you practice, particularly if you do a more active style like powerful vinyasa or Bikram. When sweating spills onto your yoga mat, it can cause the growth of bacteria and unpleasant odors. 

It’s worth the effort to wipe off your yoga mat after each session and to give it a thorough cleaning once a month or so. Maintaining your mat can help keep it sticky and prolong its life by removing dirt and sweat accumulation. We’ll show you ways you can achieve that in this blog.

Why Yoga mat cleaning is important?

Deep clean your mat correctly and frequently to avoid germs and unpleasant odors. If you practice at a fitness club where mats and props are shared, maintaining the cleanliness of your yoga mat is vital. Even if there is a decreased chance of cross-infection, the same guidelines apply to your at-home practice. Cleaning does not kill bacteria, but it does eliminate them from a surface, along with other dirt and debris. Consider sanitizing your mat as well to destroy bacteria and avoid the spread of infection.

After each practice, wipe off your yoga mat with a mat cleaner, you can buy one at a store or make one at home! Give your yoga mat a decent cleaning every month or so to get rid of the dirt that accumulates over time. The specifics will be discussed further down.

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Options for Yoga mat cleaning

Certain yoga mats are much more permeable than others; confined mats are thin and more resistant to water, so they won’t absorb liquid as rapidly. Thicker yoga mats have a high permeability, which allows them to absorb more fluids and perhaps retain more germs. A few various cleaning alternatives are depending on what type of mat you possess.

Routine Cleaning

It’s a great idea to clean off your yoga mat after each session if you have a thin or thick mat. After each session, clean your yoga mat using a homemade or store-bought cleanser. Making your cleaner is simple and can be done with items you probably already have on hand.

To your practice, grab a bottle of cleaner and a clean towel. Spray the cleaner on your cloth, then wipe down the entire area of the mat using circular motions. Before rolling up your yoga mat at the end of practice, ensure to wipe all sides down.

Check the care directions for your mat before choosing a cleaner. Some companies advise against using vinegar-based treatments, while others advise against using essential oils at high levels.

For Thorough Cleaning

When you see more grime on your yoga mat, it’s time to offer it a housekeeper in Dallas. Look for regions that are discolored or filthy. Yoga teachers and students who live in hotter climates or who practice in heated areas should deep clean their yoga mats more frequently.

If you do have an accessible mat, you should clean it at least once a month by immersing it in water and soap. When thin, closed-cell mats are soaked in water, they will decompose, so the area cleans them instead.

To thoroughly clean an open-cell yoga mat, follow these steps:

  • Fill a basin or bathtub halfway with lukewarm water and dishwashing soap to soak the mat. You only need 1 spoonful of soap for every litre of water. (Avoid using hot water on the mat; it will harm it.)
  • Allow the mat to soak for 5 minutes after submerging it in the water. Then use a soft cloth to lightly scrub it.
  • To eliminate any soap residue, wash your yoga mat with clean water.
  • Spread out your yoga mat once it’s been washed. After that, let it dry naturally for as long as needed to be entirely dry.

To sanitize a closed-cell yoga mat, follow these steps:

  • Place your mat on a level surface.
  • In a basin, combine lukewarm water and several drops of liquid detergent. (Be careful not to add to much as it may damage it)
  • Place the cloth into the warm water and detergent, then use a rotational movement to wipe the mat from start to finish, focusing on discoloured patches.
  • Using a towel, clean the mat.
  • Give at least 30 minutes for air drying.

What is the best way to dry and keep your yoga mat?

Before placing your yoga mat up, make sure it is totally dry. Bacteria can thrive in a warm, wet environment. Drape your mat to dry thoroughly over the back of the chair or a balcony railing.   When the mat is completely dry, roll it up firmly and keep it in a well-ventilated area. Even when you’re not using a mat, open every several weeks to enable air to circulate.

It’s time to replace your mat if it begins peeling or if portions of it cling to your training clothes.

Some final thoughts 

Maintaining the cleanliness of your mat can help it last longer! Your yoga mat could last numerous years as long as it remains “sticky.” Keeping your yoga mat clean will allow you to enjoy the full advantages of your yoga practices.

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