Workout equipment like yoga mats, foam rollers, resistance bands, and weights often contain PVC, phthalates, synthetic rubber, and chemical coatings that can off-gas during use and absorb through skin during sweaty workouts. Since exercise increases breathing rate and skin absorption, the materials in your equipment matter more than you might think.
Choosing non-toxic workout equipment made with natural rubber, cork, stainless steel, and phthalate-free materials means a cleaner workout environment for your body.
Why Upgrade to Non-Toxic Workout Equipment?
Some of our favorite brands include Bala, Manduka, and Recess.
This pure cast iron kettlebell has a range of weights and sets to complete any home gym, without any plastic or questionable coatings. The textured, matte surface makes it naturally rust resistant and durable, with a wide handle for easy grip. We like it as a non-toxic option to support a home strength training routine.
This starter set includes two durable fiberglass paddles and four balls made with materials that skip the PVC and heavy chemical coatings found in many conventional options. It’s a fun, accessible way to stay active outdoors. We recommend it for anyone looking to add a low-impact, social workout to their routine.
This walking pad is designed to support movement throughout the day in small spaces. It can go as fast as 3.8 mph, and has an LED display to track speed, time, and calories burned. The quiet motor, cushioning system and slim design make it ideal even for apartment living. It’s great for anyone looking to increase daily steps while working from home.
This pair of dumbbell bars are available in one or three pounds and feature a sleek, ergonomic design with steel weights encased in non-toxic, soft-touch silicone for a comfortable, grippy hold during workouts. They are free from lead, harmful coatings, and cheap plastic materials. We recommend them as a stylish, non-toxic strength training option that looks great enough to leave out between sessions.
This jump rope uses silicone-coated rope and stainless steel ball bearings for smooth, durable performance, with half-pound weighted handles to boost fitness. It avoids the cheap plastic and PVC found in many conventional jump ropes. We recommend it for a quick, effective cardio option that fits a non-toxic home gym.
This yoga bolster is filled with all-natural buckwheat hulls and wrapped in an GOTS certified organic cotton cover that’s free from flame retardants, PFAS, and formaldehyde. It provides firm, supportive cushioning for restorative yoga and stretching. We like it for anyone building a non-toxic home practice.
This yoga block is made from sustainably harvested, natural fine-grain cork that provides a firm, with comfortable edges and a non-slip grip without the off-gassing and chemicals found in conventional foam blocks. It is free from PVC, latex, and toxic adhesives. We recommend it as a durable, non-toxic support for yoga and Pilates.
This lightweight yoga mat is made from sustainably harvested natural tree rubber with a non-toxic, closed-cell construction that provides excellent grip and responsiveness during practice while locking out moisture and bacteria. It is free from PVC, toxic foams, and harmful plasticizers. We like it as a premium, non-toxic yoga mat that balances performance with sustainability.
A modern stability ball made from phthalate-free PVC for safe, supportive movement. We recommend it as a durable, toxin-free alternative to cheap vinyl balls that leach chemicals.
This 5mm yoga mat is made from natural cork with a rubber backing, offering a grippy, odor-free surface that provides traction as you sweat. It is free from PVC, phthalates, and toxic foams. We recommend it as a non-toxic, renewable mat option that is naturally antimicrobial and performs well across all styles of yoga, but is especially ideal for hot yoga.
