Abstract: The golf swing training device includes a position sensing unit, a tee mounted on a tee platform and a visual and audio response unit. A taut, movable cord is attached to the hip of the golfer and to the position sensing unit. The position sensing unit generates forward, rearward and fore-strike position signals based upon a forward optimal position, a rearward optimal position and an excessive forward position of the hip of the golfer. This excessive forward hip position is preferable immediately prior to striking the ball and corresponds to the fore-strike position signal. The visual and audio response unit, located adjacent the tee platform, visually indicates to the golfer when his or her hips exceed the forward optimal position, and the rearward optimal position. These are negative feedback signals.

Abstract: A soccer training apparatus is provided. The apparatus has a mesh soccer net sized and configured for encapsulating a soccer ball and loosely holding the soccer ball within the mesh soccer net enabling the encapsulated soccer ball to freely rotate within. A waist belt is adapted for securement around a waist of a user. A cord has a first portion attached to the mesh soccer net and a second portion connected to a hand grip. The hand grip is removably connected with the waist belt.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for learning and practicing a correct hip rotation in all types of sports, in particular a correct hip rotation for the execution of an efficient golf swing. The device is a continuous length of wire formed to constitute straight parts which form radially shaped first ends acting as a pointer and angled parts at a second end connected so as to enable fastening in the hip region with the pointer extending essentially radially to the longitudinal axis of the torso to make the rotation of the hips visible during the swing motion. The straight parts may be length adjustable.

Abstract: An apparatus for use in training proper swing mechanics, for use in connection with golf, baseball, tennis, or similar sports. The device includes a sheath, which has an cushion member attached to a concave inner surface for user comfort. The apparatus is releasably attachable to a user's legs or hips by a pair of straps incorporating hook and loop fastening material, and includes a projecting rigid support member extending normal to the sheath outer surface with a weight member having a soft outer shell and suspended therefrom by a flexible cord; a clip device allows for adjustment of the cord length for suspending the weight member at a user selected position. The weight member includes access means for enabling user to add mass to, or subtract mass from, the suspended weight. The position and movement of the suspended weight member provides the user with feedback relative to numerous body positions and movements for teaching the user proper swing or body movement mechanics.

Abstract: A soccer training apparatus is provided. The apparatus has a mesh soccer net sized and configured for encapsulating a soccer ball and loosely holding the soccer ball within the mesh soccer net enabling the encapsulated soccer ball to freely rotate within. A waist belt has first and second belt ends adjustably connectable to one another for securement around a waist of a user. A cord has a first portion attached to the mesh soccer net and a second portion operatively connected to the waist belt leaving the mesh soccer net carrying the soccer ball suspended from the waist belt.

Abstract: A straight shot golf aid (10) comprising a tube (26) with an elongated shaft (28) extending therefrom having a knob (32) mounted on the free end for indicating a particular direction. An assembly (14) is for suspending the indicating structure (12) in a generally horizontal manner from a front portion of a pair of pants (16), skirt, or similar garment worn by a golfer (18). When the golfer (18) is ready to make a forward movement of a golf club (20) with an intention of fairly striking at and moving a golf ball on a golf course (22), the golfer (18) can position his feet (24) by visually aiming the indicating structure (12) in the right direction the golf ball must travel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel toy which is releasably fastened to a desired part of the user's body, e.g. about the waist or about the thigh of a user via a belt member. Preferably the belt member is adjustable and supports a plurality of padded or cushioned bell members, via a plurality of support straps and protective covering, adjacent a desired portion of the thighs of the user so that the bell members may be bounced into the air, by the user's thigh, to assist the user with developing his/her eye and thigh coordination and/or improve the rhythm of the user. The bell members may have different shapes and/or sizes so that each bell member will generate a unique sound when struck and bounced in the air thereby allowing the user to play music and develop rhythm. The invention also relates to a method of using the bounceable bell toy.

Abstract: A flexible and adjustable training aid for use by all levels and sizes of athletes to teach and practice the proper body position while passing or moving to pass a volleyball. A harness on the athlete's torso and a leg member on the athlete's leg below the knee are connected by a low position member. Detachment of the low position member indicates failure to maintain proper low position. Other attachments indicate whether shoulders are far enough forward or legs are far enough apart.

Abstract: A soccer training apparatus is provided. The apparatus has a mesh soccer net sized for encapsulating a soccer ball. A cord having a first end and a securing portion is provided. The first end of the cord is attached to the mesh soccer net. A waist belt having an inner lapped belt end and an outer lapped belt end is also provided. Hook and loop fastening means provided on confronting faces of the inner lapped belt end and outer lapped belt end secure the inner lapped belt end and outer lapped belt end in detachable assembly together. The outer lapped belt end having an elongated slot of sufficient size to permit a soccer ball to be inserted through the elongated slot of the waist belt. An adjusting lock holds the securing portion of the cord to the inner lapped belt end leaving the mesh soccer net carrying the soccer ball suspended from the waist belt.

Abstract: A toy having a tail attached to a flap which is tucked into clothing worn by a child at the rear so the tail appears to be part of the child. The flap is thin and has a large surface area for frictional engagement with the clothing. Both the flap and tail are soft and flexible, and the flap can detach from the clothing when the tail is pulled. In one embodiment, the flap can detach from the tail when pulled with a predetermined amount of force. Self expression, independence, knowledge and empathy for wildlife are promoted in the child by the toy. The flap can also house a story or picture relating to the animal represented by the tail, further interesting and enlightening the child.

Abstract: A waist sporting equipment has a circular ring member sized to encircle around the waist portion of a user and having a predetermined cross-section, an inertia member of a predetermined weight for applying the centrifugal force and inertia force gradually to the ring member upon rotation of the ring member, the inertia member including a weight body and connecting means for connecting the ring member and the inertia member for not separating the members upon the rotation of the members. The weight body is spaced a predetermined distance from the ring and applies the centrifugal force and the inertia force to the ring depending on the rotational velocity of the ring, thus giving a user various velocity and amusement feeling. Furthermore, the centrifugal force acts on the waist portion so that the waist may be stronger and limber and the body of the user may be well balanced.

Abstract: A soccer training device is described that attaches a soccer ball to a user through a flexible tether line. An adjustable belt encircles the waist of the user and attaches to one end of the elastic tether line. The other end of the tether line is attached to a girdle made of elastic sheet material that encircles the soccer ball. Certain features of the girdle allow it to hold the ball firmly while, simultaneously, provide proper tactile feedback to the user when kicking the ball. Several novel soccer training exercises useful with the present invention are described.

Abstract: A game device has a target plate fixed to the waist area of a person who will play the game, and a ball tethered to the target plate. The tether is flexible to allow the ball to engage a target on the target plate. To facilitate control of the ball on the tether, the tether has a rigid rod flexibly fixed to the bottom of the target plate, and a flexible string extending from the rod to the ball. There are sights between the targets on the target plate. By swinging the tethered ball with the tether aligned with a sight, the player can align the ball to be received by a target. Baskets in the targets catch the balls so the ball can be easily removed from the target.

Abstract: A hip mounted polo-like game suitable for both indoor and outdoor activity including a belt for placement about the hips of a player. A playing ball is free to move on a playing surface. A tethered ball is attached to the belt so that movement of the players hips will cause the tethered ball to move relative to the playing surface for purpose of striking the playing ball toward a goal.

Abstract: A game and sport apparatus is set forth which is played by two players for placing a ball on a target. Each player carries a frame which is belted to the player's waist. The frames are connected by an elastic cord from which a body covered with a hook and loop fabric is suspended by a flexible string. A target surface consisting of a hook and loop fabric is provided on each frame and to play the game, each player by various body movements causes the body to move about the elastic cord and attempts to catch the body on the target surface.

Abstract: A training apparatus is provided for cattle roping to be used by a roper. The training apparatus includes a frame assembly and straps for securing the frame assembly to the body of the roper. A saddle horn is attached to the frame assembly at a location representing the distance relationship between the roper and the saddle horn when the roper is actually on a saddle on horseback. The apparatus allows a roper to simulate a variety of roping conditions likely to be encountered.

Abstract: A volleyball training device having a waistband, wristband and an adjustable connecting strap between the wrist and waist is described. The volleyball player can adjust the connecting strap so that either one or both arms are restricted in movement to the angle and are required for specific volleyball shots.

Abstract: The subject garment comprises a rectangular piece of sheet material. When the garment is worn by a user one end of the piece is held against or close to the user's chest in a line between the user's armpits and midway between them. The corners of the other end are grasped in the user's hands and the piece is held in a generally horizontal position. Objects striking the piece can then be caused to rebound from it and the trajectory of the rebounded object can be influenced by manipulation of the piece. In a preferred embodiment the sheet material is elastic and the garment comprises adjustable straps arranged to position the piece on the wearer as described above. The garment is used in play and games in which an object such as a ball is repeatedly rebounded from the garment.

Abstract: The tether cord is secured to the ball by a stud having an enlarged head engaging the external surface of the ball, and a shank passing through an opening in the ball and formed with a shoulder engaging the inner surface of the ball. The underface of the enlarged head is formed with a cavity for receiving one end of the tether cord, and with a bore extending from the cavity to the outer surface of the enlarged head through which the tether cord passes. The cavity is eccentric with respect to the enlarged head, and the outer end of the bore is centric with respect to the enlarged head.

Abstract: A ball game device comprising:(A) a ball storing portion which is hollow, which has at least one opening so that a ball can enter the portion, and which has at least a wall which is normally closed and can be opened so that a ball in the portion can exit;(B) a ball receiving portion which is hollow, which has at least one opening so that a ball can enter the receiving portion, and which has at least a wall which is normally closed and can be opened so that a ball in the receiving portion can exit; and(C) a fastening portion for removably attaching the ball storing portion and the ball receving portion to a player.

Abstract: An athletic movement trainer comprising a belt, ankle straps, and an elasticized, bungee-type cord. The cord passes through a ring, such as a screw eye, attached to the belt. Each end of the cord is adjustably connected to an ankle strap so that the cord will remain relaxed as long as the sportsman maintains the proper athletic position but will become tensioned when the athlete deviates from the correct posture or stance. Because the ring does not prevent all movement of the cord, the trainer merely resists, rather than restricts, the upward movement of the athlete. The trainer thereby "reminds" the sportsman to resume the proper athletic position without preventing him or her from deviating from the position when required.

Abstract: An exercising device can be used for fun and for aerobic exercise. A rebound board is placed against the pelvic area of a person, and a ball is tethered to the board by a stretchable tether. The person can somewhat bounce, bending and straightening the knees, with consequent movement of the hips causing the ball to bounce rhythmically on the rebound board. More or less energetic movement of the hips renders the exercise more or less strenuous, and weights can be held in the hands to increase the stress.

Abstract: The invention comprises a body-supported hoop device and a team game utilizing the hoop device. The hoop device comprises a hoop, a net connected to the hoop and means for attaching the hoop to the legs of a goalie. In the game of the invention, the body-supported hoop devices are worn by each of two goalies. The object of the game is for team members of the goalie to place a projectile, such as a soccer ball, through the hoop of the goalie on their team and to prevent members of the opposing team from placing the projectile through the hoop of the goalie of the opposing team.

Abstract: A body action game includes a hose which is flexible to wrap around a player's body in a plurality of convoluted dispositions. A ball dropped into one end of the hose is rolled through the hose until reaching a receptacle or goal attached to the opposite end of the hose. Because of the convolutions in the hose, a player is required to twist and turn in order to manipulate the ball through the hose. A bell mounted in the receptacle is rung by the ball when it enters the receptacle.

Abstract: Life size figures are disclosed which game participants can strap themselves to, for the purpose of having a boxing match, via the figures. The figures have heads which can rotate up and back, arms which can be caused to throw punches, and bodies with rollers on the bottom. A game participant straps him or herself to the figure at his or her waist, so that when he or she moves forward, backward or to either side, the figure also moves in the same manner. The figures also have handles extending from their back side, which game participants can grab with their hands, and push on to cause the figure's arms to throw upper-cut and hook etc. punches. When a punch lands on the opponent figure's head, the head rotates up and back and a point is scored. If a very good punch is landed, the head stays back and a knock-out is scored.

Abstract: A game played with a plurality of hooks and/or interchangeable indicia which can be attached to mounts on an expandable belt in which a plurality of players must transfer corresponding loops, Velcro patches and other varying transferable indicia to a designated receiving partner, intending to receive the transferable indicia onto his or her said belt. Other variations include manipulation of ravelled twine on knob-like spools between partners on same said belt.One of the partners wears the belt with the transferable or manipulative indicia which connect onto belt by virtue of belt mount. The hooks and knob-like spools connect to these said belt mounts. The Velcro patches are generally affixed to actual belt. The team partners must then manipulate their body movements, stressing physical contact, in such a way as to enhance transfer or proper manipulation of indicia between partners.

Abstract: A rock and roll game is provided and consists of a ball disposed within a container for rolling in a reversing curved track so that a person can manipulate the container to bring the ball from a starting end to a finishing end without going into any traps to complete the game. The container can be hooked onto a belt of the person so that the person can manipulate the container by moving hips in any direction. The angle of the container relative to the belt can be adjusted.

Abstract: A captive soccer ball is attached to the waist of a player by means of a multi-component tether. The tether has a first elastic member threaded through a reinforced channel through the surface of the ball. The first elastic member is attached to a nylon cord which in turn is attached to a second elastic member. This latter elastic member is attached to a waist band around the player.

Abstract: A hip rest device for attachment to an archer's bow to provide stability during aiming and shooting. A bracket screwed to the hand grip of the bow has a rod extending toward the bow string and bent downward at an obtuse angle. A padded hip rest is attached to the lower end of the rod to permit bracing the bow against the archer's hip. A threaded connector may be provided for attaching the lower end of the rod to the hip rest for adjusting the effective length of the rod.

Abstract: A ski-training aid comprising a handlebar adapted to be held by a ski-instructor, having a pair of ankle straps connected to one end of the handlebar and a waist strap attached to the other end of the handlebar, the straps adapted to be attached to a trainee skier and with the ankle and waist straps being adjustable to fit various size trainee skiers and with the ankle straps being interconnected for simultaneous movement independently of movement of the handlebar.

Abstract: A ski training halter is adapted for positioning on a person below his or her waist and to extend across the person's front, lower abdominal region to the respective left and right hip regions of the student's body. The training halter also includes portions adapted to be positioned around the upper portions of the student's thighs and interconnected with the portions extending across the student's lower abdominal and hip regions. Adjustable and detachable fasteners are provided to maintain the training halter in proper, taut position on the person's body, and elongated reins are detachably connected to the training halter and extended to a location rearwardly of the person where another person can be positioned safely on skis to hold the reins and use them to exert restraining and turning forces on the training halter.

Abstract: An amusement and exercise ball has an improved simplified harness securing the device to the human body, having a flexible single mounting plate for a hoop, a single body harness strap permanently secured at a first strap terminus to a first end of the mounting plate, and an adjustable buckle secured at a second strap terminus and fastening to the mounting plate hook second terminus. The hoop of the device is centrally and rotatably secured on the mounting plate. The mounting plate hook second terminus is integral with the plate. The adjustable buckle has a terminal narrow strap slot, a parallel mid-wider strap slot, and a terminal slot adapted and sized to secure to the mounting plate hook second terminus. The hoop is slidably rotatable by finger tips to any angular position on the mounting plate, being functionally held in position by a clamp washer, and a locking collar.

Abstract: A modified basketball game that can be played by a person confined to a bed or a wheelchair. The player throws a reduced size basket ball at or through a basket ball hoop. The ball is returned to the player by a recovery device consisting of a net deployed below the basket ball hoop and backboard at one end and attached to the player at the other end. An alternative embodiment uses adhesive coated balls which are thrown at the backboard and attach themselves to the backboard through a net material. When the net material is forced away from the backboard the balls fall into the recovery device and are returned to the player.

Abstract: An exercise and game apparatus in which a ball having shafts attached thereto is rotatably mounted by the shafts within a hoop. Two attachment bars extend diametrically outwardly from the hoop and are secured to devices on belts around two people using the apparatus. Handles on the bars are provided to assist in steadying the apparatus as a revolving movement of the person's hips causes the ball to spin within the annular ring. Baskets may be provided on the attachment bars so that the people using the device can throw a ball back and forth, attempting to throw the ball into the basket on the opposite side of the hoop while continuing the hip movement necessary to keep the ball spinning.

Abstract: A ball and cup game or exercise device arranged to be supported on the waist belt of a human, wherein by proper movement of the human body the ball is caused to be moved into the cup. The device comprehends a unitary structure having limbs engaging the waist belt, the front limb supporting a cup retaining the ball, which is held by a strand to the cup, upon proper movement of the body the ball moving into the cup either directly or by rebounding from the front limb.

Abstract: In abstract a preferred embodiment of the present invention is a weighted device which is suitable for wearing about the body and appendages to build strength and for related purposes. The weighted devices of the present invention are preferably constructed of a plurality of elongated weights interconnected in spaced relation to each other and are encapsulated in a closed cell material with a soft vinyl coating which gives flexibility without bulging and eliminates bunching or shifting of the weights during violent exercises and movements.

Abstract: A hoop toy including an elongated rod having a pair of spaced abutment members adjacent one end and adapted to be held at the opposite end for twirling gyratory movement, and further including a large hoop and a coupling ring member adapted to encircle a portion of the hoop and the portion of the rod between the abutment members to permit the hoop to twirl about the rod only between the abutment members.The hoop toy is further characterized by various means for holding the opposite end of the rod for twirling movement, such as a head-supported socket member, a hip-supported socket member, and a hand-held socket member.

Abstract: A training bar to be worn simultaneously by a sighted and a non-sighted runner. The bar comprises a central rod approximately four and one half feet in length having a shock absorber disposed at either end. A belt or harness to be worn around the waist of the runners is attached to each shock absorber with the sighted runner wearing the belt with one end of the bar attached at the rear. The non-sighted runner wears the other belt with the remaining end of the bar attached at the front, so that when the pair are running in tandem they are separated by the length of the training bar. The separation permits both runners to run freely without interfering with one another. A change in the lead runner's speed or direction will be transmitted through the bar to the rear runner. Any shock created by a sudden stop or change in direction will be absorbed by the two shock absorbers.

Abstract: A belt, which is adapted to be carried about a portion of the trunk of the user, is mounted around the waist, in holster style, and over a shoulder and under an opposite arm. The over the shoulder portion having a plurality of loops to which a resilient ball is selectively connected by a line to adjustably extend from the belt downward either to the hip, knee, or foot area of the user.

Abstract: A device to be used in a swimming pool for in place swimming is disclosed. This device consists of a foam rubber belt attached to a flexible cord. The belt is placed around the abdomen of a swimmer and the cord is secured to the side of the pool. The swimmer then practices swimming strokes in place against the restraint of the cord. The belt is water absorbent so that it acts as a cushion against the body of a swimmer. This prevents slipping and excessive pressure on the swimmer's body.

Abstract: Pneumatic cushion childrens' toy in which two children are respectively confined between a sling and opposite sides of a huge pneumatic cushion attached to the center of the sling. By reason of the cushion, the children can dance about and push or pull or bump each other without direct bodily contact.

Abstract: A soccer training device comprises a soccer ball having a harpoon fitting piercing the ball and thus securing a swivel to the outside of the ball, a cord attached at one end to the swivel with the free end passing through a tube carried by a waist belt, which is worn around the waist of the player, and terminating in a handle, so that on manually pulling the cord through the tube by means of the handle, the distance between the ball and the player may be continually controlled as the player uses the device.

Abstract: A hip mounted tethered ball game wherein a bracket provided with apparatus to attach it to the hip region of a person, holds one end of a line in an extended position from the person's hip region. A ball is tethered to the opposite end of the line in a free swinging fashion. The object of the game is to rotate the tethered ball in vertical circles about its point of attachment to the bracket by utilizing hip movement. The tether line is readily adjusted in length for different swing radii.

Abstract: A tethered inflated athletic ball resembling a ball used in the playing of soccer, with an elastic cord secured at one end thereto and provided at its other end with at least one flexible loop which fits around a member of the human body-- such as the foot, ankle, head or neck. The ball upon rebound strikes a part of the body in motion, which in turn drives the ball to the elastic limit of the cord and return again. (This continuous, simulated soccer play or practice permits the user to remain in a stationary position, yet experience the exercise, skill and enjoyment of soccer play with having to retrieve the ball or play with a partner.

Abstract: A game apparatus for primary use in exercising which consists of an adjustable waist belt having a plurality of circumferentially disposed hooks for receiving adjustable attachment of a tethered cord supporting a light, resilient ball or similar round object with an inflatable bladder. The tether cord is adjustable as to length in order to be compatible with each user. The hooks on the belt are disposed along the length of the belt.

Abstract: A skill toy for persons of all ages having a handle loosely supporting two spaced rings retained on hubs about which they are skillfully caused to rotate in opposite directions for amusement and exercise.

Abstract: An amusement and exercise device for use by one or two participants comprises a thin disc and a looped cord which passes through apertures in the disc. A pair of waistbands are secured to the opposed ends of the cord and are adapted to fit around the midsections of the participants. The disc is first set in spinning motion by a participant spinning the disc by hand, and the motion is maintained by each participant moving his waist inward and outward.A pair of hollow, tubular hand grip members are slidably mounted on the remote ends of the cord enabling respective outer end loops to be formed for securement either around body portions of the user or alternatively around a belt worn by the user.

Abstract: A push-pull type of exercising device comprising a belt securable to the waist or midsection of a person. The belt supports a pair of pulleys, with each pulley supporting a flexible cord. One of the cords has its opposite ends looped and attached to a member connected to the cord to form adjustable hand grips. The other cord has its opposite ends looped and attached to a member connected to said other cord to form adjustable foot stirrups. Only a single pair of pulleys is connected directly to the belt. Said pulleys are attached to the belt at substantially the same location.

Abstract: A tethered-ball game having a receptacles suspended between two players, or between one player and a stationary object, and a tossing member carried at the end of a tether, the tether being fixed to the receptacles.