When I started doing yoga, I practiced on a floor creating a slipping mess by the end of my class. I wasn’t sure where my yoga journey would take me, so I decided to buy a cheap yoga mat, assuming that all mats were essentially the same. I quickly found out that this was not the case. As I continued my practice, I realised that yoga wasn't going to leave my life anytime soon, and that I needed to invest in a mat that would enhance my practice and that of my students.

I started with a cheap yoga mat that turned out to be worse than having no mat at all because it was too thick. This is a common mistake; I assumed all yoga mats were the same. I found myself bouncing around and unable to practice properly, so I had to reconsider my choice. I made mistake after mistake until I realised I needed to take my yoga mat purchase seriously. If I wanted to minimize my carbon footprint and truly enjoy my practice, I needed to focus on finding the right mat without worrying about anything outside of my practice.

I did my research and came across Liforme mats. I thought, "Good gracious, these mats are so expensive!" However, when I considered the amount I had spent on cheap mats that were unethical, subpar, and even toxic to myself and the environment, I made an informed choice to purchase a Liforme mat. Not just any mat, though—I went all out and got a custom one. This is the mat I practice on every day. It's the mat I use for my class videos, and it's the best mat I have ever stepped on. It’s soft yet firm, non-slip but smooth, and it absolutely reflects my personality—my colors, my style; I love it! If you're looking to get a mat and want to incorporate yoga, breathwork, and meditation into your life, I highly recommend checking out Liforme. If you do, let me know what you think in the comments!