There’s a right way and a wrong way to do it.

Here’s how the pros say to keep your beloved mat spic and span.

(Or just less gross.)

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Thats your trusty yoga mat.

With regular use, it gets covered in dirt, oils, andif youre doing it rightplenty of sweat.

Its enough to wonder how to clean your yoga mat… the right way.

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Most of us just roll it up apres savasana and peace out.

When our trusty mat sees the light of day again, its the same scenario.

Unfurl mat, sweat on it, and roll it back up.

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(In other words, ick.)

Heres what they said about making your mat its cleanest yet.

Clean your mat at least weekly

Yes, weekly!

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Its good hygiene, and helps prolong your mats life.

(Think of it like laundry!)

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Then into the dryer on medium to high heat.

They hold up, she swears.

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Itll crumble up and get nasty on you, he warns.

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