Gaiam Premium 5mm Yoga Mat — Indigo Ink

The Gaiam Yoga Mat Premium is a solid mid-tier yoga mat made from PVC, offering a 5mm thick cushioning layer ideal for general yoga, Pilates, and floor work. At 68" L × 24" W, it provides standard mat dimensions suitable for most practitioners. The mat features a non-slip solid-color surface with decent grip when dry, though some users report slipperiness during sweaty hot-yoga sessions. Indigo Ink finish looks clean and professional. Gaiam remains a trusted, widely-recognized brand in yoga circles—studio-adjacent without premium heritage pricing. The mat accumulates steady positive reviews (~4.3–4.4 stars, hundreds of thousands of reviews), though occasional reports of edge curling and faint initial chemical odor appear. Best suited for home practitioners, beginners, and Pilates enthusiasts seeking budget-friendly cushioning without committing to boutique brands like Manduka or Liforme.