Abstract: An exercise mat carrier includes a rigid hollow tube enclosing a space for storing a rolled-up exercise mat. At least one container holds a desiccant and is fluidly connected with the space in the rigid hollow tube for drying the exercise mat. A removable and replaceable flexible material is placed around the outside of the hollow tube allowing for its use as a massage roller. A pair of ring-shaped rolling supports encircle the rigid hollow tube for engaging in rolling contact with a surface when using the rigid hollow tube as a massage roller.