Choosing the right yoga mat thickness and material shapes how your body feels in every pose and how easily you carry your mat to class or work. A mat that supports your joints and still folds or rolls for travel helps you stay consistent with your practice. The Kemket Yoga Exercise Mat from Astir Care gives you thickness options of 10 mm and 15 mm and uses EVA material with a non-slip bottom, so you can match support and portability to your daily routine. Use this guide to choose the mat thickness and material that fit the way you move, commute, and store your kit.​

How mat thickness supports your body

• Thicker mats reduce pressure on knees, wrists, and hips during kneeling and seated poses, so your joints feel more supported on hard floors.​
• A 15 mm mat cushions your body when you hold plank, lunges, or core exercises for longer sets, which helps you stay in alignment without pain.​
• A 10 mm mat still protects joints but keeps you closer to the ground, which many people prefer for standing poses and balance work.​
• If you feel your bones dig into the floor during basic stretches, you often benefit from the extra depth of a 15 mm option like the Kemket Yoga Exercise Mat.​

Thickness and balance in your practice

• Thinner mats give you a firmer base, so your feet and hands press through to the floor and your body tracks small balance shifts more clearly.​
• A 10 mm mat from Astir Care supports standing flows, warrior sequences, and balance poses where you want a stable link with the ground.​
• Thicker mats such as 15 mm help if your practice includes more floor exercises, Pilates work, or longer sessions on your back and side.​
• If you often wobble in tree pose or lunges, you may like the control of the 10 mm thickness, but if soreness stops you before balance does, the 15 mm depth serves you better.​

How material affects support and feel

• The Kemket mat uses EVA material, which gives a firm but cushioned feel under your hands and feet, so the mat supports dynamic flows and static holds.​
• EVA compresses slightly under pressure and then springs back, which helps the mat keep its shape even when you repeat the same moves each day.​
• The material resists sweat and moisture, so the surface stays comfortable and you wipe it clean after class without special products.​
• Because EVA is light, it supports both 10 mm and 15 mm thicknesses without making the mat heavy, which helps when you carry it with the strap.​

Grip, safety, and non-slip design

• The Kemket Yoga Exercise Mat uses a wavy texture on the top surface, so your hands and feet grip the mat when you shift between poses.​
• A non-slip bottom helps the mat stay in place on different floor types, which reduces sliding when you step back into plank or lunge.​
• Grip matters more when you sweat, so the sweat-resistant EVA surface and textured pattern work together to support safe movement.​
• If you practice at home on tile or laminate, the non-slip bottom gives you more confidence to move with energy without adjusting the mat after every sequence.​

Portability, storage, and your commute

• A 10 mm EVA mat rolls more tightly, so it fits into smaller storage spaces at home or under a desk at work.​
• A 15 mm mat takes up slightly more space but still rolls, and the EVA construction keeps total weight low enough for daily carrying.​
• The Kemket mat includes a carrying strap, so you throw it over your shoulder and keep your hands free on public transport or when you walk.​
• Sweat and moisture resistance make it easier to wipe the mat dry before rolling, which helps you store it quickly after a session without lingering odour.​

How to match thickness to your routine

• Choose 15 mm if you often feel joint pain on the floor, spend more time on your back or knees, or use your mat for Pilates and bodyweight strength work.​
• Choose 10 mm if you move between home, studio, and office, want a lighter roll to carry with the strap, and focus more on standing flows and short floor work.​
• If you alternate yoga, stretching, and core workouts, the 10 mm Kemket mat offers a solid all-round thickness that balances comfort and control.​
• If you recover from impact-heavy sports and want softer landings for mobility, the 15 mm option gives your joints more relief without losing the grip of the wavy texture.​

Cleaning, durability, and long-term value

• EVA material cleans with a quick wipe, so you keep your mat ready for the next session without long drying times.​
• The Kemket mat resists moisture, which helps protect the structure of the foam and supports long-term use even when you train often.​
• The non-slip texture and density help the mat stay supportive instead of flattening quickly, so you keep the same level of joint support over time.​
• Because the mat stays easy to clean and store, you use it more often, which makes your choice of thickness and material matter every day.​

Find your support

The right yoga mat thickness and material help you move with confidence, protect your joints, and carry your practice anywhere your day takes you. At Astir Care, the Kemket Yoga Exercise Mat with non-slip bottom, wavy texture, and EVA construction gives you 10 mm and 15 mm options that match support with portability. Explore which thickness fits your body and routine, then browse through our gym accessories collection to choose the mat that supports your practice from warm-up to cooldown. Visit Astir Care today, select your Kemket mat, and turn every surface into a safe, steady training space.