It is a so called "no skid" towel. I know it grips the towel to the mat, but it is better for your feet sliding on the towel for hot yoga?
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I think it is. I sweat a lot so a normal towel just doesn't cut it. I have a "yogitoes" towel as well but I much prefer the Manduka towel to the point that I no longer use the yogitoes towel and only keep it in case my Manduka towel is dirty. I haven't used the yogitoes towel for six months. I highly recommend the Manduka towel. It is light weight and drys quickly. If you sweat like I do, get the extra long version to get more water retention.
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I don't slide at all: both my hands and feet stay put in a super sweaty class and the towel doesnt move either. It is a great investment
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Your question is not so clear -- what do you mean by 'better for your feet sliding in the towel'? Do you mean the <amduka eQua Yoga Mat Towel or just an ordinary towel? However, I can only say this -- the Manduka eQua Yoga Mat Towel has been the BEST towel I have used so far -- it is great for all types of yoga, including hot yoga. The grip is great -- both for hands and feet.
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Definitely! I use just a little bit of water to wet the towel on my mat before I start my practice. If not you tend to slide just a bit until you start to sweat. Also, don't wash the towel with fabric softener. I seriously love this towel and will be buying another one soon.
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I am not practicing with a towel. I do not have too much trouble with slipping either. I had a little bit of trouble when it was new, but it just keeps getting better with every use.
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It is thin. Its about NOT slipping when you're pouring sweat on the mat. Same company makes a thick one. Look on their site. An LuLuLemon makes a think one.
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I haven't tried with hot yoga, but I can say I swear a lot in Yoga and this keeps my hands slip free
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It is a very thick mat, it should protect the tile with no problem. I don't think it would slip. If for some reason it did, simply purchase anti-skid floor rug pad.
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No towel for me. My fingers slipped a small amount (a centimeter, maybe) when I first bought my mat, but not at all any more - either the mat improved with age, or my alignment improved - in no small part due to this excellent mat!
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Yes we recommend bringing a towel in addition to this mat for hot yoga. Please give the mat a few uses to break it in and loosen the jute fibers to provide maximum traction. Thanks for your interest in our Barracuda Yoga mat! Tasha
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I would recommend it although I will admit that I always use a towel, so my answer is slightly biased. The reason I chose to use a towel is because it helps keep my mat clean, so I do not have to routinely clean my mat. I did solely use the mat in the beginning, and if I recall correctly I did have minor slippage without a towel. I am one who does not mind sweating but I do mind feeling the sweat during a workout. You will not incur this issue if you use a towel. I use a Manduka towel on top of the Manduka mat as it adheres well, and I just throw the towel in the washer afterward. Much easier cleanup, which is something I prefer. Hope this information helps you. I would recommend it although I will admit that I always use a towel, so my answer is slightly biased. The reason I chose to use a towel is because it helps keep my mat clean, so I do not have to routinely clean my mat. I did solely use the mat in the beginning, and if I recall correctly I did have minor slippage without a towel. I am one who does not mind sweating but I do mind feeling the sweat during a workout. You will not incur this issue if you use a towel. I use a Manduka towel on top of the Manduka mat as it adheres well, and I just throw the towel in the washer afterward. Much... » Read More I would recommend it although I will admit that I always use a towel, so my answer is slightly biased. The reason I chose to use a towel is because it helps keep my mat clean, so I do not have to routinely clean my mat. I did solely use the mat in the beginning, and if I recall correctly I did have minor slippage without a towel. I am one who does not mind sweating but I do mind feeling the sweat during a workout. You will not incur this issue if you use a towel. I use a Manduka towel on top of the Manduka mat as it adheres well, and I just throw the towel in the washer afterward. Much easier cleanup, which is something I prefer. Hope this information helps you. « Show Less
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I have this mat, and i bought two manduka hand towels to use on it (one for me hands and one for my feet). They are the best towels ever! only my hands and feet sweat during yoga, and these towels keep me from slipping. They stick to the mat very well, the hand one hardly moves, the feet ones moves a little bit (but nothing too distracting).
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It might shift too much during yoga. Maybe for outdoor yoga? It's best for a pool/beach towel
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Hi Liz, The mat does require a breaking in period of a few uses to loosen the jute fibres and provide maximum traction. For hot yoga, we still recommend bringing a towel to wipe up sweat. If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me directly through the Amazon message system. Have a wonderful day! Barracuda Team
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Ive used a towel before and its worked fine. I have invested in toesox which really help with the slipping. More practice and the more the mat will break in.
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I don't have an issue with slipping overall. But for very hot classes, I have a manukau towel that works beautifully on the mat.
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I use it for hot yoga so I put a yogi toes towel over it. Over all I like it. Not your typical mat
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The mat goes on the floor and the towel goes on top of the mat. I spray the towel lightly with water for better traction.
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I've practiced both with and without a towel on this mat. Without a towel the mat becomes slippery with slight perspiration because the mat does not absorb moisture, which is mainly a problem for me during downward facing dog. Because of this, I usually place a towel on the mat after I've completed sun salutations when I'm warmed up. The towel provides traction for my hands and feet, and stays put on the mat. I've had different results with different brands of towels. Manduka's eQua mat towels have provided the best grip with this mat.
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The mat I use is strong and durable. However, for me, it is slippery when wet. I think that using a towel is a great idea. After one year of Yoga once a week, I still perspire a lot. So, I use a headband and a towel. Safety is always first in my mind. There's nothing as unsettling to me, as losing the posture of a warrior 2 due to a slipping foot; and the full knowledge that I can't do splits yet. LOL.