Yoga block with adjustable height
The invention relates to an adjustable yoga block designed to enhance user customization and comfort during exercise. The yoga block features a scissor mechanism, movable by manual or motorized means, which allows for precise height adjustments via a user interface with buttons and a real-time height display. The block consists of two main panels connected by adjustable elements that can alter the distance between the panels, thus changing the block's height to accommodate various exercise needs or user preferences.
1 . A yoga block with adjustable height, comprising:
a first panel and a second panel, each forming a top surface and a bottom surface of the yoga block, respectively;
a scissor mechanism, positioned between the first panel and the second panel, the scissor mechanism comprising;
horizontal slots associated with the first panel and the second panel; and
two sets of pivotably connected bars, where:
a first of the two sets of pivotably connected bars is fixedly connected to each of the first and second panels; and
a second of the two sets of pivotably connected bars slidably coupled to each of the horizontal slots;
a motor, operatively connected to the plurality of bars, configured to move the second of the two sets of the pivotably connected bars along each of the horizontal slots;
a stretchable cover surrounding the scissor mechanism, wherein the stretchable cover forms four side surfaces of the yoga block;
a control interface positioned on the first panel, comprising at least one pair of buttons, wherein activation of the buttons causes the motor to increase or decrease the height of the yoga block in a stepless adjustment; and
a power source, supplying power to the motor.
2 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the power source is a rechargeable battery integrated within the yoga block.
3 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the motor is controlled by an electronic circuit configured to regulate the movement speed and stopping points of the scissor mechanism.
4 . The yoga block of claim 1 , further comprising an LED display, configured to show the current height of the yoga block in real time.
5 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the scissor mechanism comprises a lead screw and an actuator nut, the actuator nut configured to move along the lead screw when driven by the motor.
6 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the horizontal slots includes a pair of parallel guide tracks on opposing sides of the yoga block.
7 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of bars are made of steel or other metal.
8 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the first and second panels are padded with foam or another impact-absorbing material.
9 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the first panel and the second panel are rectangular.
10 . The yoga block of claim 1 , wherein the first panel and the second panel are identical in size and shape.
11 . A method of using the yoga block with adjustable height of claim 1 , comprising:
placing the yoga block on a surface;
activating the motor by pressing a first button of the at least one pair of buttons to increase a height of the yoga block or a second button of the at least one pair of buttons to decrease the height;
adjusting a distance between the first panel and the second panel according to the button input as the motor moves the second of the two sets of pivotably connected bars within each of the horizontal slots in a stepless manner; and
using the yoga block at the selected height to support a user to perform yoga movements.
12 . The method of claim 11 , further comprising recharging the integrated battery of the yoga block when the power source is depleted.
13 . The method of claim 11 , wherein adjusting the height further comprising regulating movement using an electronic circuit, ensuring smooth transitions between different height levels.
14 . The method of claim 11 , further comprising the current height on an LED display.
15 . The method of claim 11 , further comprising monitoring battery level through an LED indicator on the block.
16 . The method of claim 11 , wherein the first panel and the second panel are rectangular.
17 . The method of claim 11 , wherein the first panel and the second panel are identical in size and shape.