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Pilates mats are an essential part of a Pilates workout. Joseph Pilates himself was once quoted as saying “the mat is the method”. There are many, many Pilates exercises that can be done with no equipment other than a good mat.
In most cases, people that buy Pilates mats do so for home use. Most Pilates gyms provide mats for their customers, so bringing your own is often unnecessary. This is largely because the mats are much thicker than a typical yoga mat, and therefore harder to transport.
The best Pilates mats are at least a half-inch thick, if not more. They are also relatively firm in order to properly support the body during exercise. While there are mats that can be rolled up, the thicker mats are the most commonly recommended.