Slip-resistant extremity covering and method therefor

a technology of extremity covering and shin guard, which is applied in the field of yoga, can solve the problems of increased perspiration, increased risk of injury, and increased risk of injury, and achieves the effect of reducing the risk of injury

Inactive Publication Date: 2005-05-05
ALLEY JUDY LYNNE
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[0007] An object of the present invention is to provide a slip-resistant extremity covering capable of fitting snugly around an extremity of a person while at the same time allowing a hand or foot a full range of movement.
[0008] It is a further object of the present invention t

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“Hot yoga” as well as other forms of “extreme yoga” obviously result in an even greater amount of perspiration.
The accumulation of perspiration on a person, on a yoga mat or on the floor can often cause a person to slip when trying to plant a hand, foot or other body part.
Slipping not only prevents a person from effe

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[0009] In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a slip-resistant extremity covering for a person practicing yoga is disclosed, comprising, in combination, an extremity covering dimensioned to fit snugly around an extremity of a person, the extremity covering having a palmer surface and a dorsal surface, the extremity covering being constructed of a sufficiently malleable material so as to allow an extremity a full range of movement, and a slip-resistant material coupled to at least one of the palmer surface and the dorsal surface, the slip-resistant material having a low coefficient of friction while at the same time allowing the extremity a full range of movement while inside the extremity covering.

[0010] In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, a method for practicing yoga is disclosed, comprising, in combination, the steps of providing an extremity covering dimensioned to fit snugly around an extremity of a person, the extremity covering...

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Abstract

A slip-resistant extremity covering for a person practicing yoga dimensioned to fit snugly over a person's hand or foot and capable of allowing a person to execute asanas and other yoga techniques without being encumbered by the covering and without slipping during a yoga exercise as a result of perspiration buildup.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10 / 696,154 filed Oct. 29, 2003 in the name of the Applicant, to which priority is claimed.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] This invention relates generally to yoga and, more specifically, to a slip-resistant extremity covering dimensioned to fit snugly around an extremity of a person in order to enable a person to effectively and accurately practice proper yoga techniques without the danger of slipping or sliding due to perspiration. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] Yoga is both a physical discipline as well as a Hindu philosophy. Although yoga often involves meditation and breathing exercises, the practice of yoga in the United States is focused mostly around distinct physical postures called “asanas.” Yoga's physical benefits include: improved flexibility and muscle joint mobility; muscle building and toning; improved posture; relief of back pain; improvement of muscula...

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IPC IPC(8): A41B11/00A41D19/015
CPCA41B11/004A41D19/01558A41B11/008
Inventor ALLEY, JUDY-LYNNE
Owner ALLEY JUDY LYNNE
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