Yoga comfort system wedge

Abstract

A yoga comfort system wedge is provided constructed of medium density, high quality, closed cell foam materials and adhesives comprised of layers and septums which create a uniquely flexible prop. The construction forms a triangularly shaped yoga, fitness, or therapeutic device in the form of a flexible wedge which allows users to achieve or maintain certain poses, stretches, exercises or therapeutic positions while improving tactile comfort and aiding range of motion. Said device has advantages over traditional types of yoga, meditation, fitness, or therapy devices. The invention allows for users with specific physical limitations to comfortably modify and maintain desired poses or exercises which would not ordinarily be possible, while at the same time provides for the advanced user to practice their highly skilled activities with greater comfort and ease.

Description

BACKGROUND[0001]Embodiments of the present invention relate to apparatuses that constitute a yoga comfort system. More particularly, those embodiments relate to a yoga comfort system wedge.[0002]Yoga is a practice involving prescribed positions, coupled with concentration and controlled breathing. Over recent decades, it has achieved increasing popularity worldwide, as a method of exercise, health maintenance, physical therapy, relaxation, and enhancing mental and spiritual disciplines.[0003]Practitioners of yoga, both male and female of all ages, often make yoga a regular practice in their lives. Increasingly, those with physical and / or health limitations are taking up yoga, both voluntarily and doctor-prescribed, as a means to improve mobility, strength, balance, flexibility and breathing capacity. Approaches to practicing yoga include active practices wherein the practitioner purposely engages specific muscle groups, as well as restorative practices, wherein the practitioner is p...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0007]A yoga comfort system wedge is ergonomically configured for use by yoga practitioners, particularly those with physical and / or health limitations, to conveniently attain and maintain yoga postures and prescribed positions while experiencing tactile comfort. A yoga comfort system wedge is constructed of selected materials, which provide tactile comfort and flexibility. This includes two or more layers of material, separated by a septum(s), configured with a triangular shaped cross section. By design, yoga comfort system wedges are versatile therapeutic devices in that they can also be configured for use as a comfortable block or supportive bolster, expanding the versatility of a single yoga prop design. Using yoga comfort system wedges in lieu of various conventional yoga props simplifies the use and need for multiple yoga props.

Problems solved by technology

Conventional yoga props including blocks, rigid wedges or slants, bolsters, folded blankets and rolled up mats are deficient in several aspects.

The conventional yoga block and wedge do not provide the level of tactile comfort needed by practitioners, with or without physical and / or health limitations, while performing certain prescribed positions.

Furthermore, the conventional yoga block and wedge are made of rigid materials, such as wood, cork, and non-flexible foam, and thus are limited in their applications for various yoga positions.

The folding of blankets, or rolling up parts of mats, to achieve a size and shape for padding is time consuming, laborious and cumbersome, while not always providing the ideal support or comfort needed for the user.

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