Exercise device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Yoga practitioners face discomfort due to the lack of a compact exercise device that can provide both sliding and non-sliding support, as well as temperature application, during static and dynamic poses, and restorative exercises, with traditional yoga mats being cumbersome and lacking eco-friendly options.
Innovation Solution
A compact exercise device with a zipper-activated pouch featuring a gripping side for static poses and a sliding side for dynamic poses, incorporating antimicrobial materials and a removable insert for heating or cooling, allowing users to switch between non-slip and slip functionalities and temperature applications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a yoga mat is used to provide comfort and prevent slipping during static poses, then the practitioner gains support and stability, but the mat becomes cumbersome to transport and limits the number of practitioners in a classroom
Solution Approach 1:
The invention divides the yoga practice equipment into two separate components: a compact exercise device (block) for support during static poses and a thin sliding mat for dynamic poses. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while reducing overall transportation burden compared to using a single large traditional yoga mat for all purposes.
Solution Approach 2:
The exercise device introduces a vertical dimension by using a block structure that elevates the practitioner's body, providing support without requiring a large horizontal surface area. This dimensional change allows for compact storage and transportation while maintaining stability during static poses.
2Reliability
If a traditional yoga mat is used to provide tack and prevent slipping, then the practitioner gains stability during static poses, but the mat binds the body during dynamic poses and prevents smooth sliding movement
Solution Approach 1:
The invention applies different surface qualities to different components: the exercise device has a high-friction gripping surface for stability during static poses, while the sliding mat has a low-friction smooth surface for easy movement during dynamic poses. This local differentiation of surface properties resolves the contradiction between needing grip and needing slide.
Solution Approach 2:
The sliding mat acts as an intermediary layer between the practitioner's body and the floor during dynamic poses, providing a smooth surface that facilitates sliding movement. The exercise device serves as an intermediary support structure during static poses, providing stability without requiring the practitioner to slide on the mat.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If eco-friendly yoga mats are used to reduce chemical treatment, then the practitioner gains environmental benefits, but the mats offer little or no tack and reduce slipping prevention
Solution Approach 1:
The invention combines an eco-friendly sliding mat with a separate exercise device that has gripping surfaces. This merging allows the practitioner to use the environmentally friendly mat for dynamic poses while relying on the exercise device's gripping surfaces for stability during static poses, thus maintaining slipping prevention without compromising environmental friendliness.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device provides enhanced comfort and support during yoga practices by preventing slipping during static poses and allowing smooth movement during dynamic poses, while also offering customizable temperature applications for relaxation, all in a compact and eco-friendly manner.
Implementation Method 1
the first outer layer prevents the pouch from sliding on the surface in response to the sliding force
Implementation Method 2
the second outer layer allows the pouch to slide on the surface in response to the sliding force
Implementation Method 3
an insert configured to be selectively disposed within the pocket, the insert comprising: an outer layer; an internal cavity defined by the outer layer; and a plurality of granules disposed in the internal cavity
Data Source
AI summary
An exercise device is provided with a first element disposed at a first side and a second element disposed at a second side. The first element includes gripping features to prevent skidding or sliding of exercise device when first element is abutting a surface. The second element includes sliding features to facilitate sliding of exercise device when second element is abutting the surface. Thus, when an exercise practitioner desires to use the exercise device to prevent movement of a particular body part against the surface, the practitioner places the first element against the surface. Conversely, when the exercise practitioner desires to use the exercise device to facilitate movement of a particular body part against the surface, the practitioner places the second element against the surface. The exercise device further includes an insert which may be removed and heated or cooled to provide heating or cooling pad/pack to a body part.