Patent ID: 7632192
Filing Date: 2009-12-15
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
1. A multi-sport training apparatus for teaching and improving hitting and throwing skills, said apparatus comprising: an adjustable waist belt having a first end and a second end and having belt couplers disposed on said first and second ends for connecting said first and second ends; a resilient connector having a distal end and a proximal end; at least one clamp affixed to said waist belt such that when said waist belt is worn said clamp is located proximate the iliac crest of the user's leading hip, said at least one clamp for adjustably capturing and retaining said proximal end of said resilient connector; a clip having a swivelable ring disposed on said distal end of said resilient connector; and a grip coupler having a resilient sleeve for removable installation over at least an end portion of a grip or handle of a sports implement and a base portion with a fastener structure for connection to said clip disposed at said distal end of said resilient connector; whereby said apparatus promotes proper hitting and throwing mechanics of a user by structuring the user's dominant arm in relation to the user's body in the preparatory phase of the throwing and/or striking motion, and then induces a proper sequence of muscle movements in the forward throwing or striking phase by inducing the user to feel and use the effect of initiating the throw or hit with a hip turn and weight transfer.