Abstract: An exercise mat, comprising at least one non-padded portion sufficiently thin to provide excellent support and balance for standing exercises; and at least one padded portion sufficiently thick to provide excellent comfort for non-standing exercises. The non-padded portion has a thickness of no more than about ? inch, and the padded portion has a thickness of no less than about ? inch. The exercise mat preferably comprises a plurality of non-padded portions and a plurality of padded portions. The exercise mat is especially suitable for performance of a wide variety of standing and non-standing yoga postures.