Yoga Block
A yoga block is in two identical sections which disassemble to form two yoga wedges. The two yoga wedges are held together in block form by a cylinder passing through both wedges when the wedges are aligned into the yoga block form.
This invention relates generally to the field of exercise equipment, and more particularly to a yoga block that breaks down into two yoga wedges.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONYoga blocks are blocks used to aid in the performance of a variety of poses by providing stability and support for proper alignment. Yoga blocks are used under the hands, feet, or seat to achieve proper alignment and deepen stretches safely. Yoga blocks are usually made of foam, but some blocks are made of wood or cork. Yoga blocks reduce the distance between the body and the floor, allowing one to modify poses to a specific level of flexibility.
Yoga wedges are also a great aid in performing a variety of poses. For example, wedges are placed under the heels when squatting or under the hips when performing seated bends. Wedges are usually made of foam, but can be made out of other materials such as wood or cork.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONBriefly stated, a yoga block is in two identical sections which disassemble to form two yoga wedges. The two yoga wedges are held together in block form by a cylinder passing through both wedges when aligned into the block form.
According to an embodiment of the invention, a yoga block includes first and second yoga wedges, wherein the first and second yoga wedges are identical in shape and size; first and second holes running entirely through the first and second yoga wedges, respectively, wherein the first and second holes have a same diameter; and a rod having a diameter approximately equal to the diameter of the first and second holes; wherein when the first and second yoga wedges are placed together with their diagonal faces touching and the first and second holes are axially aligned, the rod fits in the first and second holes to retain the first and second wedges together forming the yoga block.
According to an embodiment of the invention, a method for making a yoga block includes the steps of: (a) forming first and second yoga wedges, wherein the first and second yoga wedges are identical in shape and size; (b) forming first and second holes running entirely through the first and second yoga wedges, respectively, wherein the first and second holes have a same diameter; and (c) forming a rod having a diameter approximately equal to the diameter of the first and second holes; wherein when the first and second yoga wedges are placed together with their diagonal faces touching and the first and second holes are axially aligned, the rod fits in the first and second holes to retain the first and second wedges together forming the yoga block.
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While the present invention has been described with reference to a particular preferred embodiment and the accompanying drawings, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the invention is not limited to the preferred embodiment and that various modifications and the like could be made thereto without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the following claims.
Claims
1. A yoga block, comprising:
- first and second yoga wedges, wherein the first and second yoga wedges are identical in shape and size;
- first and second holes running entirely through the first and second yoga wedges, respectively, wherein the first and second holes have a same diameter; and
- a rod having a diameter approximately equal to the diameter of the first and second holes;
- wherein when the first and second yoga wedges are placed together with their diagonal faces touching and the first and second holes are axially aligned, the rod fits in the first and second holes to retain the first and second wedges together forming the yoga block.
2. A yoga block according to claim 1, wherein the yoga block is shaped as a rectangular solid with two parallel major faces and two parallel minor faces, and wherein the first and second holes penetrate the two major faces.
3. A yoga block according to claim 1, wherein the yoga block is shaped as a rectangular solid with two parallel major faces and two parallel minor faces, and wherein the first and second holes penetrate the two minor faces.
4. A yoga block according to claim 1, wherein the rod and the first and second yoga wedges are made of the same material.
5. A yoga block according to claim 1, wherein the rod and the first and second yoga wedges are not made of the same material.
6. A yoga block according to claim 5, wherein the rod includes first, second, and third sections, wherein the second section is between the first and third sections, and wherein the first and third sections are of the same material as the first and second yoga wedges.
7. A yoga block according to claim 6, wherein the second section is made of plastic.
8. A method for making a yoga block, comprising the steps of:
- forming first and second yoga wedges, wherein the first and second yoga wedges are identical in shape and size;
- forming first and second holes running entirely through the first and second yoga wedges, respectively, wherein the first and second holes have a same diameter; and
- forming a rod having a diameter approximately equal to the diameter of the first and second holes;
- wherein when the first and second yoga wedges are placed together with their diagonal faces touching and the first and second holes are axially aligned, the rod fits in the first and second holes to retain the first and second wedges together forming the yoga block.
9. A method according to claim 8, wherein the yoga block is shaped as a rectangular solid with two parallel major faces and two parallel minor faces, and wherein the first and second holes penetrate the two major faces.
10. A method according to claim 8, wherein the yoga block is shaped as a rectangular solid with two parallel major faces and two parallel minor faces, and wherein the first and second holes penetrate the two minor faces.
11. A method according to claim 8, wherein the rod and the first and second yoga wedges are made of the same material.
12. A method according to claim 8, wherein the rod and the first and second yoga wedges are not made of the same material.
13. A method according to claim 12, wherein the rod includes first, second, and third sections, wherein the second section is between the first and third sections, and wherein the first and third sections are of the same material as the first and second yoga wedges.
14. A method according to claim 13, wherein the second section is made of plastic.
Type: Application
Filed: Mar 18, 2006
Publication Date: Sep 20, 2007
Inventor: Helena Axelrod (Jamesville, NY)
Application Number: 11/276,955
International Classification: A63B 23/00 (20060101);