The Core programs user what type of mat do you use?

[Mrs. Readsalot]

I have the book and am trying to decide what do do about the mat. I can't really afford the $90 one from Dick's sports. At the moment I am just using 2 beach towels on our carpeting. It seems to work ok.

[Jean in Newcastle]

Would a Yoga mat work? I see them at Target but I've never looked to see how much they cost. If two beach towels work, that's probably good enough, though!

[Suzanne in ABQ]

Mat? Am I supposed to have a mat? Rats! I've been doing this program for four years, and I've never used a mat!

:)

I use the carpet in my bedroom. No mat. No towel. No nothing, except clothes. :) Don't sweat it. You're fine. Really. Actually, since the exercises don't cause me to break a sweat, I don't see a need for a towel. Never thought of it, actually. My carpet is clean. I suppose if it weren't, I might want to use a towel. Or, if the padding weren't thick enough, I might want a mat.

I'm rambling.
Why do you think you need a mat?

[Mrs. Readsalot]

I really did think I needed a mat either. In the pictures it looks like they are on a hard floor so there I can see the need for a mat. I have been putting a beach towel on the rug as our carpet is not super thick. It has been working fine.
I am already noticing some great results and I am thrilled.