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Green peace
Stretch your stress away on a good-for-the-Earth yoga mat. Made from all-natural products, these new mats would make Mother Nature-and Al Gore-proud.
Burn rubber
For those allergic to rubber and latex, check out the Evolve Classic Mat ($35) from lululemon (pictured, top). The resin mat is biodegradable—but you won’t want to throw this one away. The traction on the lightweight, violet-hued mat ensures it will be a reliable yoga partner for years. 2104 N Halsted St between Dickens and Webster Aves (773-883-8860, lululemon.com).
Home-grown
The Chicago-based Natural Fitness company offers a reversible Natural Rubber Yoga Mat (bottom right, $46) that’s nonslip and extra comfy. Longer (and heavier) than standard mats, this one allows you to stretch to your full potential. Bonus: Each mat sold helps fund the planting of a tree. If that doesn’t balance your conscience, we don’t know what will. Available at naturalfitnessinc.com (312-376-0206)
Happy feet
For an earthy feel, check out Barefoot’s top-rated Original Eco Yoga Mat (bottom left, $38). Made of biodegradable rubber and woven with jute fiber to allow for traction, it’s light, rolls up in a snap, and feels soft and sturdy beneath your peds. With a mildly rough texture and natural colors, this mat blends into the ground beneath it. Available at barefootyoga.com (877-227-3366).
