Middle-earth Lonely Mountain™ Yoga Mat

£96.00

I love yoga; it gives me my own space to breathe, think and move my body in a way that helps me feel more connected to the moment. For this reason, I’ve been on my own yoga journey since the start of the year to develop my sessions and bring a little more mindfulness into my week. However, one of the most essential tools for yoga, whether at a studio or at home, is a good yoga mat that provides you with a grippy surface and soft cushioning to help you practice in the best and most supported way possible.

My current yoga mat is very plain and was a quick purchase before my first class a few years ago, but I’ve been thinking about investing in a new yoga mat that is beautiful and provides the perfect base for each of my poses. My main requirements were great grip, good quality soft material for knee support, and a beautiful calming pattern to make each session feel even more like a luxury self-care moment.

Therefore, I was glad to get the opportunity to test out a yoga mat from Middle-earth Yoga and, even more so, when the design I got to review was part of their Lord of the Rings-inspired collection! The yoga mat features a beautiful mountain range image symbolising The Lonely Mountain from the Lord of the Rings. I love the whimsical look of it really matches the fantasy vibe of the books, with ‘The Lonely Mountain’ written in the fantasy style scrolled writing along the top and bottom. The overall look of the mat was lovely, and as a LOTR fan it is hard not to love the design inspired by the books.

In terms of its functionality, the yoga mat was great for my flows, it supported me as I moved through each movement with a cushioned, yet sturdy base. The mat is made from a non-slip rubber, which is great for ensuring your stability and stopping you from slipping over even when a little sweaty. Plus, the 4.2mm thickness of the mat means you get a decent amount of cushioning under you, which is great for comfortability through each pose and provides extra support for your knees and wrists.

One of my favourite aspects was the larger-than-standard size, with the mat being 68cm by 185 cm. This larger size gives you more space to really stretch into each pose, and as someone who is already on the taller side, I could stretch out without my hands or feet ending up off the mat like with my current yoga mat. However, despite its larger size and premium feel, it is still remarkably lightweight at only 2.8kg. This means it is perfect for taking with me to the gym without the mat weighing me down or being too heavy to carry.

Overall, the Middle-earth Lonely Mountain Yoga Mat is beautifully designed and would be a big hit among Lord of the Rings fans, as well as those who just like the mystical look of the Lonely Mountain design. The premium materials make it perfect for keeping stable poses and avoiding slipping as you practice your flows. Plus, being super lightweight, you can take it to the gym, knowing you have your own little zen zone to get into the yoga mood.

Check out the Lonely Mountain Yoga Mat and more on the Middle-earth Yoga website now!

Pros:

• Beautiful Lord of the Rings design, ideal for fans of the books or films or just someone who likes fantasy
• Lightweight design whilst still being supportive and grippy enough to support your movements
• Larger size than standard for even more space to stretch into each pose

Cons:

• The pattern feels like it will start to rub off over time, which could be a big downside if you like to keep your mat looking pristine