GOLF SWING TRAINING APPARATUS AND METHOD
A golf swing training apparatus comprising: a first attachment means; a first cord with a first end and a second end, the first end of the first cord attached to the first attachment means; a bite piece attached to the second end of the first cord; a first releasable connector attached to the second end of the first cord; a second releasable connector configured to releasably attach to the first releasable connector; a second cord, with a first end and a second end, the first end of the second cord attached to the second releasable connector; a retractable and extendible cord attached to the second end of the second cord; a lockable retractor in operable communication with the retractable and extendible cord; a second attachment means attached to the lockable retractor. A method of using a golf swing training apparatus, the method comprising: attaching a first attachment means to a user's shirt; attaching a second attachment means to the user's waistband or belt; biting down on the bite piece; connecting a first releasable connector to a second releasable connector; adjusting the length of a first cord and a second cord so that golf swing training apparatus is at a proper tautness so that if the user's head moves excessively during a golf swing the first and second releasable connectors disconnect, thereby indicating to the user that his or her head moved too much; and practicing the user's golf swing.
The present invention relates to a golf swing training apparatuses and methods. More particularly, the present invention relates to apparatuses and methods for positioning and stabilizing the head of the golfer during the golf swing.
BACKGROUNDEnthusiasts, as well as professional instructors of the game of golf, unanimously agree that one of the most pressing problems faced in mastering the game is the ability to keep one's head stabilized and in proper position during a full golf swing. By stabilizing and maintaining the proper positioning of the head, the golfer is more likely to swing the club on the proper path during the golf swing. This allows the golfer to become more consistent in their shot making. If the head is improperly lifted or changes positions, as is often the case, the execution of the swing is bound to be faulty. Inconsistent and errant shots are the result. Although it is necessary to stabilize and maintain the proper position of the head during the golf swing, it is important for the body and head of the golfer to cooperate in a natural manner. Although the head should remain focused on the golf ball during the golf swing, there should not be any restrictions on the movement of the body during the golf swing. However, it is often difficult to determine whether the head is actually moving during the golf swing or whether the body has caused the head to move during the golf swing. It is also important, during golf swings that the head is in the same position with reference to the ball during the beginning of each golf swing and upon impact with the ball.
Thus there is a need for a golf swing training apparatus and method that overcomes the above listed and other disadvantages.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONThe invention relates to a golf swing training apparatus comprising: a first attachment means; a first cord with a first end and a second end, the first end of the first cord attached to the first attachment means; a bite piece attached to the second end of the first cord; a first releasable connector attached to the second end of the first cord; a second releasable connector configured to releasably attach to the first releasable connector; a second cord, with a first end and a second end, the first end of the second cord attached to the second releasable connector; a retractable and extendible cord attached to the second end of the second cord; a lockable retractor in operable communication with the retractable and extendible cord; a second attachment means attached to the lockable retractor.
The invention also relates to a method of using a golf swing training apparatus, the method comprising: attaching a first attachment means to a user's shirt; attaching a second attachment means to the user's waistband or belt; biting down on the bite piece; connecting a first releasable connector to a second releasable connector; adjusting the length of a first cord and a second cord so that golf swing training apparatus is at a proper tautness so that if the user's head moves excessively during a golf swing the first and second releasable connectors disconnect, thereby indicating to the user that his or her head moved too much; and practicing the user's golf swing.
The present disclosure will be better understood by those skilled in the pertinent art by referencing the accompanying drawings, where like elements are numbered alike in the several figures, in which:
This invention has many advantages. The golf swing training apparatus is light weight, and easy to carry in a pocket, or using the disclosed container. The golf swing training apparatus alerts the user when his or her head moves too much during a golf swing by having the first releasable connector 26 separates from the second releasable connector 30. The golf swing training apparatus is adjustable to fit different sized users.
It should be noted that the terms “first”, “second”, and “third”, and the like may be used herein to modify elements performing similar and/or analogous functions. These modifiers do not imply a spatial, sequential, or hierarchical order to the modified elements unless specifically stated. While the disclosure has been described with reference to several embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes may be made and equivalents may be substituted for elements thereof without departing from the scope of the disclosure. In addition, many modifications may be made to adapt a particular situation or material to the teachings of the disclosure without departing from the essential scope thereof. Therefore, it is intended that the disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiments disclosed as the best mode contemplated for carrying out this disclosure, but that the disclosure will include all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims.
Claims
1. A golf swing training apparatus comprising:
- a first attachment means;
- a first cord with a first end and a second end, the first end of the first cord attached to the first attachment means;
- a bite piece attached to the second end of the first cord;
- a first releasable connector attached to the second end of the first cord;
- a second releasable connector configured to releasably attach to the first releasable connector;
- a second cord, with a first end and a second end, the first end of the second cord attached to the second releasable connector;
- a retractable and extendible cord attached to the second end of the second cord;
- a lockable retractor in operable communication with the retractable and extendible cord;
- a second attachment means attached to the lockable retractor.
2. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 1, wherein the first attachment means is configured to removably attach to a user's shirt, and wherein the second attachment means is configured to removably attach to a user's waistband or belt.
3. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 1 where the first cord is adjustable by length.
4. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 1 where the second cord is adjustable by length.
5. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 1, wherein the first releasable connector and second releasable connector will separate from each other when being worn by a user, if the user's head moves excessively during a golf swing.
6. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 1, wherein the first attachment means is configured to be attached to a user's shirt; wherein the second attachment means is configured to be attached to the user's waistband or belt, wherein the first cord and second cord are adjusted in length so that when the user assumes a golf swing stance, the first releasable connector and first releasable connector are attached to each other, and the first cord and second cord are at the proper tension such that if the user excessively moves his head during a golf swing, the first releasable connector and first releasable connector will separate, thereby indicating that the user excessively moved his head.
7. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 1, further comprising:
- a container configured to hold the first attachment means, the first cord, the bite piece, the first releasable connector, the second releasable connector, the second cord, the retractable and extendible cord, and the lockable retractor.
8. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 7, wherein the container looks like a dimpled golf ball.
9. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 7, wherein the container is attached to a clip.
10. The golf swing training apparatus of claim 8 wherein the container can separate into two hemispherical shapes, the two hemispherical shapes can attach to each other via an interference fit.
11. A method of using a golf swing training apparatus, the method comprising:
- attaching a first attachment means to a user's shirt;
- attaching a second attachment means to the user's waistband or belt;
- biting down on the bite piece;
- connecting a first releasable connector to a second releasable connector;
- adjusting the length of a first cord and a second cord so that golf swing training apparatus is at a proper tautness so that if the user's head moves excessively during a golf swing the first and second releasable connectors disconnect, thereby indicating to the user that his or her head moved too much; and
- practicing the user's golf swing.
Type: Application
Filed: Jul 24, 2018
Publication Date: Jan 30, 2020
Inventor: Jason Heller (Plantsville, CT)
Application Number: 16/043,774