Like others on here, I started using a cork mat a few years ago and will never go back to any other. I got mine from Gurus and it was NOT cheap, but I’ve used it everyday, multiple times a day, for over two years now and its only sign of wear is some dark marks where my hands/feet usually go. What I found to be a good solution for grip/price before I splurged was using a yoga towel over a mediocre mat. This provided extra cushion, was super easy to wash in the washer to keep clean, and provided extra grip onto my mat. Not sure if that had been mentioned yet. :) This type: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R17FLYZ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_i_MeGEFbVMPZ8ZB