Training apparatus, method for training an athlete, and method f

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1995-04-26

1997-06-17

Smith, Jeffrey A.

Games using tangible projectile

Playing field or court game; game element or accessory...

Practice or training device

G09B 1900, A63B 6900

Patent

active

056392435

ABSTRACT:
A starting pad, a landing pad and a target are spaced along a beam. The device may be used to train an athlete, such as a baseball pitcher, to accurately repeat a sequence of coordinated leg, arm and torso movements. The athlete stands on the starting pad and grips a suitable striking implement, such as a hand towel. The athlete executes a sequence of movements in the manner required by the sport, beginning with the athlete stepping off the starting pad and ending with the athlete stepping onto the landing pad. During the movement sequence, the athlete swings the implement in the manner of the sport to which the sequence pertains and attempts to strike the target with the implement. For example, a baseball pitcher begins a delivery with a leg lift on the starting pad and strides to the landing pad while swinging the implement as though it were a baseball in an attempt to strike the target. A generally vertical posture guide, such as a mesh screen, may also be placed along the beam to constrain the athlete's upper torso movement.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1962087 (1934-06-01), Cone
patent: 4175744 (1979-11-01), Llewellyn
patent: 5087039 (1992-02-01), Laseke

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