Abstract: A golf hip-turn training device according to the present disclosure includes: an anchor section including a body having a band shape, a first ring coupled at a second side of the body, and a fixer that is formed at a first side of the body and configured to be coupled to a fixed object; a resistance load section including an elastic member that has a rope shape, and one or more second rings that are coupled to ends of the elastic member and fastened to the first ring; and a strap section having a loop band shape and including a third ring coupled at a first side of the strap section to hold the elastic member and to enable the elastic member to pivot around the third ring, wherein a second side is formed to wrap around a hip and a portion of a femoral region of a user.

Abstract: To appropriately determine whether or not a motion of a user is good in an electronic device that detects the motion of the user by a sensor installed on a lower back portion. An analysis system S includes a sensor unit 1 and a processing device 2. The sensor unit 1 is installed on a lower back portion of a user. The processing device 2 includes a swing evaluating section 254. The swing evaluating section 254 extracts a first peak waveform and a second peak waveform in an output result of an angular speed measured by a sensor installed on the lower back portion of the user. The swing evaluating section 254 evaluates the motion of the user on the basis of an extraction result.

Abstract: A fitness device comprises a waist belt configured to fit around a user's waist and at least one resilient leg loop member. The resilient leg loop member has a proximal end movably anchored to the waist belt at a posterior position. The resilient leg loop member has an opposite distal end configured for coupling with one of the user's feet. The fitness device causes a predetermined resistance force to be generated against the user's movement when the user extends the leg loop member beyond its length at rest. In some embodiments, two resilient leg loop members are provided. Methods of using the exercise device are also described.

Abstract: A sports training aid is provided that includes a base, a support structure and a top portion. The base structure may support the support structure and the top portion in an upright position when placed on a surface. The top portion includes a first side and a second side with extensions extending towards a user. A waist boundary is formed in between the extensions. Therefore, a user may position their waist within the extensions and practice a swing. The extensions of the sports training device may provide proper restriction and thereby train a user to have a proper hip rotation.

Abstract: A device training muscles of a golfer to remember how to properly swing a golf club through a set-up position, a turning position without swaying to hit a golf ball, and a follow through position. The device includes a base, an upright portion, and a lateral portion. The base rests on a generally horizontal surface, adjacent to the golfer. The upright portion extends generally vertically upwardly from the base, adjacent to the golfer. The lateral portion extends generally horizontally outwardly from the upright portion, and partially encircles the golfer to train the muscles of the golfer to remember how to properly swing the golf club through the set-up position, the turning position without swaying to hit the golf ball, and the follow-through position.

Abstract: Apparatus of preferred embodiments of my invention is a training device aimed at developing correct and efficient movement of the body during striking or throwing action. It could be applied to any activity in which striking or throwing motion is required—tennis, golf, baseball, boxing etc. The training device of my invention is designed to compel the user to perform and repeat the correct lower body movement in isolation. The movement produced during this exercise is the cornerstone of all efficient throwing or striking actions. Sufficiently strengthened and correctly applied, this movement provides all the necessary force to propel the throwing arm or striking implements such as a tennis racquet, a golf club or a baseball bat. The method of my invention is directed to objectives similar to those of the apparatus, but the apparatus and method are mutually independent.

Abstract: A protruding device is used to encumber a user's ability to maneuver his/her hips beyond its position while executing/simulating a golf swing. The protruding device comprises a telescopic beam, having a ball affixed to one end and a pointed, coaxial, coned tip affixed to the other. Additionally, options exist for attachment to a weighted base, specifically designed for indoor application or operability on non-penetrable surfaces.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a golf swing trainer for improving a golfer's drive, posture, and technique when swing a golf club. The golf swing trainer includes a base, two lateral arms, and inside and outside guides which form a corridor through which a golf club is swung. Other elongated members are disclosed for securing a golfer's waste with a harness, bracing their leg, and the like. These components allow a golfer to simulate a golf swing and practice posture and technique preparatory to driving an actual golf ball.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method and apparatus for analyzing a golf swing. In particular, the invention relates to a method and apparatus for analyzing a golf swing utilizing a portable computing device such as a smart phone, wherein a golfer can wear the device and the device uses sensors to monitor swing motion, and more particularly monitor a golfer's hip mechanics during a golf swing.

Abstract: A golf swing trainer which gives a golfer immediate feedback as to whether the relative timing of the hip movement to the club movement is correct. The trainer comprises a lightweight swing arm which is pivotally connected to the user's belt. For a right handed user, the swing arm on the trainer is initially placed to the right of a right-handed user and is pushed around by the movement of the user's left forearm during a correct golf swing. On the other hand, if the golfer's arms pass in front of the swing arm without swinging it around with the arms, the timing of hip movement was incorrect. In the case of a left handed golfer, the trainer swing arm is initially moved to its far left position and, as before, during the downswing, the user's arms should come in behind and push the trainer swing arm around ahead of the user's arm.

Abstract: A shirt for improving a swinging motion of a user wearing the shirt includes front and rear panels each having corresponding top, bottom and generally opposing side edges, wherein the front and rear panels are adjoined to each other by the top and side edges, defining an interior space of the shirt. The front and rear panels include sleeve cutouts formed on each side edge adjacent the top edge, and a neck cutout formed on the top edges of the front and rear panels. At least one tubular sleeve is permanently joined to the front and rear panels of at least one of the sleeve cutouts, the tubular sleeve defining an inside area, the inside area being fluidly connected to the interior space of the shirt. A member is substantially adjacent to the sleeve cutout and the side edges of both the front and rear panels.

Abstract: The disclosure sets forth an apparatus and method for use in training a golf player in the proper stance for swinging in full rotation, as well as for teaching direction putting skills. Specifically, the invention focuses upon training a golf player to assume a correct stance and posture from the point of addressing the ball through the swing and follow-through by employing a positioning item for a golf player's lower posterior, back, and head.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus includes a base, a supporting member extending from the base and a body restraining member slidably and pivotably coupled to the supporting member. A swivel mechanism detachably interconnects the supporting member to the body restraining member. The body restraining member includes a slide member with an enlarged cylindrical roller at one end. The swivel mechanism allows the cylindrical roller to be positioned to any height and any angular position within a substantially 360° range of motion. A pivotable supporting member may also be provided.

Abstract: A golf training device having a foot plate, an upright support extending from the foot plate, and a brace associated with the upright support, wherein a golfer may stand upon the foot plate with his buttocks against the brace to provide visual and tactical indication of a departure from the brace during the golfer's swing. In some embodiments of the training device, the brace may be resilient and/or the upright support may rotate. In such cases, the device may include a measurement device to measure the movement of the brace during the golfer's swing. The training device may also include an outrigger with elastic cord for attachment to a golfer to correct a “sway” or “slide” condition. The device may also include indicators to indicate a departure from correct positioning during a golf swing.

Abstract: A garment for retaining proper arm positioning throughout a complete golf swing while being substantially unnoticeable to nearby persons. The garment includes a shirt having a torso portion, a first and second sleeve extending from the torso portion, a pair of anchor members secured to the interior surface of the torso portion via a support strip, and a pair of retaining bands separately encircling the first and second sleeves along an interior surface and generally retained within a channel along the inside of the respective sleeve, the retaining bands being comprised of a stretchable material and each having a catch portion with adjustment slots. The retaining bands extend out of the respective sleeve through a sleeve slot and interior to the torso portion via a torso slot to be secured to the respective anchor member and thus separately restrict movement of the sleeves with respect to the torso portion.

Abstract: A golf training apparatus is used in combination with a golf putter to train a golfer to execute a putting stroke keeping the golfer's core in the same relative position to the golfer's hands. The apparatus includes a parabolic shaped yoke member having an arcuate inner edge for engagement across the lower torso of a golfer. An adjustable length connector member connects the yoke member to the golf putter.

Abstract: A support apparatus comprising a waist band, a thigh band, a lateral vertical strap attached to said waist band and two extensions attached to said thigh band, and a medial vertical strap attached to said waist band then wrapping medially down around the thigh and attaching to the thigh band.

Abstract: A golf training apparatus is used in combination with a golf putter to train a golfer to execute a putting stroke keeping the golfer's core in the same relative position to the golfer's hands. The apparatus includes a parabolic shaped yoke member having an arcuate inner edge for engagement across the lower torso of a golfer. An adjustable length connector member connects the yoke member to the golf putter.

Abstract: A golf swing training device comprising a base adapted for support by the ground and a vertical pole connected to and extending vertically from the base to accommodate the height of a golfer. A reminder seat is connected to the vertical pole to accommodate the golfer's posterior resting against the seat during a golf swing and facing away from the vertical pole. An elastic band is secured to the vertical pole at a distance above the reminder seat forming a loop around the golfer's chest. The elastic band enables the golfer's abdominal and core muscles to keep flexion throughout the golf swing, thereby allowing a free swinging motion of the golfer while limiting lateral and vertical movement of the body.

Abstract: A golf training device, comprising a wearable wedge shaped body for receiving a user's trailing foot and restricting lateral movement of a user's hip, at least one foot strap assembly connected to the wedge shaped body, a guide rod system connected to the wedge shaped body comprising, a base portion connected to the wedge shaped body, a collar disposed in the base portion, and, a guide rod engaging the collar and extending upwardly from the collar toward the user's hip, the guide rod system indicating a swing error when the user's hip contacts the guide rod.

Abstract: A golf training device having a foot plate, an upright support extending from the foot plate, and a brace associated with the upright support, wherein a golfer may stand upon the foot plate with his buttocks against the brace to provide visual and tactical indication of a departure from the brace during the golfer's swing. In some embodiments of the training device, the brace may be resilient and/or the upright support may rotate. In such cases, the device may include a measurement device to measure the movement of the brace during the golfer's swing. The training device may also include an outrigger with elastic cord for attachment to a golfer to correct a “sway” or “slide” condition. The device may also include indicators to indicate a departure from correct positioning during a golf swing.

Abstract: A golf swing training device is configured to prevent lateral movement of a golfer's hips such as during the backswing, downswing and/or follow-through portions of the golfer's swing. In addition, the golf swing training device is configured to prevent reverse rotation of the golfer's hips such as during the backswing portion. The training device may comprise a seat assembly and a horizontal arm assembly. The seat assembly is configured to be mounted to the golfer's hips and defines opposing lateral seat sides. The horizontal arm assembly is coupled to the seat assembly and is configured to be pivotable about a seat pivot axis located adjacent one of the seat sides. The horizontal arm assembly is configured to prevent reverse pivoting of the seat assembly such that reverse rotation of the golfer's hips is prevented.

Abstract: A golf training device having a foot plate, an upright support extending from the foot plate, and a brace associated with the upright support, wherein a golfer may stand upon the foot plate with his buttocks against the brace to provide visual and tactical indication of a departure from the brace during the golfer's swing. In some embodiments of the training device, the brace may be resilient and/or the upright support may rotate. In such cases, the device may include a measurement device to measure the movement of the brace during the golfer's swing. The training device may also include an outrigger with elastic cord for attachment to a golfer to correct a “sway” or “slide” condition.

Abstract: A golf swing aid is disclosed that includes a base, an elongated member and at least one generally L-shaped member. The one or more generally L-shaped members are moveably connected to the elongated member such that the one or more generally L-shaped members are positionable vertically along at least a portion of the length of the elongated member and horizontally in a direction substantially transverse to the length of the elongated member. In certain embodiments, the generally L-shaped members may be removably connected to the elongated member.

Abstract: A golf training device comprises a wedge shaped body for receiving a user's foot, a guide rod system connected to the wedge shaped body comprising a base portion, an adjustable collar disposed in the base portion and, a guide rod extending from the adjustable collar toward a users hip.

Abstract: A golf swing aid is disclosed that includes a base, an elongated member and at least one generally L-shaped member. The one or more generally L-shaped members are moveably connected to the elongated member such that the one or more generally L-shaped members are positionable vertically along at least a portion of the length of the elongated member and horizontally in a direction substantially transverse to the length of the elongated member. In certain embodiments, the generally L-shaped members may be removably connected to the elongated member.

Abstract: A golf swing training device is configured to prevent lateral movement of a golfer's hips such as during the backswing, downswing and/or follow-through portions of the golfer's swing. In addition, the golf swing training device is configured to prevent reverse rotation of the golfer's hips such as during the backswing portion. The training device may comprise a seat assembly and a horizontal arm assembly. The seat assembly is configured to be mounted to the golfer's hips and defines opposing lateral seat sides. The horizontal arm assembly is coupled to the seat assembly and is configured to be pivotable about a seat pivot axis located adjacent one of the seat sides. The horizontal arm assembly is configured to prevent reverse pivoting of the seat assembly such that reverse rotation of the golfer's hips is prevented.

Abstract: An apparatus to train and prevent golfers from slicing a golf ball and increases distance by promoting the proper angle of attack when striking a golf ball and creating the proper body motion for maximum performance, the apparatus comprising: a belt clip having a rounded portion and a clip; a protrusion in communication with and perpendicular to rounded portion; a soft material having an opening that is the same shape as protrusion to allow soft material to attach to protrusion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a training device to be used by a golfer to help the golfer develop proper arm motion and placement during putting and chipping comprising a rigid lateral spacing member having a distal side and a proximal side, the member including a pair of upper arm cradling means in the distal side for holding the upper arms in spaced relationship to the chest and to each other and a chest cradling means on the proximal side for placing the device against the mid chest and holding the arms in spaced relationship to the mid chest during use.

Abstract: A golf swing training device includes a swing guide that may be fitted to a golf club at the club's butt end. The swing guide includes a telescoping shaft part, an end cap an extension received on the golf club and a hinge that pivots the extension relative to the telescoping shaft. The hinge allows a golfer to adjust the angle between the telescopic shaft and golf club shaft to suit her or his posture at address. The telescopic shaft may be lengthened or shortened as well.

Abstract: The disclosure sets forth an apparatus and method that is best used to train a player to swing a golf club. Specifically, the invention focuses upon how to train a golfer to assume a correct stance and posture from the point of addressing the ball through the swing and follow-through.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus increases the efficiency of the training process for a desired golf swing. Multiple training apparatus are mounted on a support base to define the proper golf swing path and corresponding body movement. The golfer strikes a barrier when the golf swing is performed in an undesirable manner, thus providing negative feedback in the training of the desired swing yet positive results. The apparatus allows a golfer to practice a selected swing without restraints to facilitate muscle memory of an optimal golf swing and with optimal body movement.

Abstract: An apparatus and methodology are provided for determining the proper set-up for a golfer. The methodology and apparatus set a golfer's hips parallel to his intended ball roll or flight line (target line) based upon his right or left hip rotation and shoulder width to determine his individualized stance address position to a golf ball. To this end, the apparatus includes a template “mat” placed on the ground which measures the width of a golfer's stance and rotation of a golfer's hips from the proposed path of the golf ball, also referred to as the “target line”, and an elongate bar affixed to a golfer's hips for visually indicating the golfer's hip rotation relative to the target line. The mat preferably includes a plurality of markings for measuring the width of a golfer's stance and for measuring the rotation of a golfer's hips.

Abstract: A device and method are provided for encouraging or ensuring proper posture of a golfer during a golf swing. In certain embodiments, the device may be in the form of a brace comprising a strap that fits around the body to resist or prevent excessive bending of the spine, or “hunching over,” during the golf swing. The brace may have a single, continuous strap that winds around the body, forming a crossing pattern across the spine and passing over both shoulders, with the ends of the strap meeting in the front of the body. The ends of the strap may be suitably joined, for example by a buckle, to allow adjustment. The brace may be an integral part of a garment, which may have an outer shell and inner lining.

Abstract: Golf swing training devices are disclosed. The swing training devices can be used during practice, during play, or both. In one non-limiting embodiment, the swing training device can be used by the golfer to ensure that he or she stands the correct distance from the golf ball at address. In another non-limiting embodiment, the swing training device comprises an element that is sized and configured for making contact with at least a portion of a golfer's body during a golf swing to ensure that the golfer swings his or her arms properly on the backswing, the downswing, or both.

Abstract: A golf training machine for correcting the posture for addressing a golf ball and the golfer's swing is disclosed. The machine includes a supporting body including a flat plate and pillar vertically inserted and arranged on the plate, a pivot arm which is rotatably at one end around a shaft at an upper end of the pillar, a support rotatably attached at another end of the pivot arm for performing rotation of the hips of a golfer and an auxiliary support located at one side of the front of the pivot arm for supporting a side of the hips of the golfer.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus increases the efficiency of the training process for a desired golf swing. Multiple training apparatus are mounted on a support base to define the proper golf swing path and corresponding body movement. The golfer strikes a barrier when the golf swing is performed in an undesirable manner, thus providing negative feedback in the training of the desired swing yet positive results. The apparatus allows a golfer to practice a selected swing without restraints to facilitate muscle memory of an optimal golf swing and with optimal body movement.

Abstract: A perimeter weighted golf ball with a low compression core is provided. The core preferably comprises a diene polymer that has low cross-link density or not cross-linked with a reactive co-agent. This core has low compression and low specific gravity. The low specific gravity core is encased within a thin dense layer positioned outside of the centroid radius to provide the ball with a high moment of inertia. The same core can be encased within a plurality of intermediate layers having either increasing hardness or decreasing hardness to provide selective golf balls for either low swing speed players or advanced players. Alternatively, a thin layer of diene polymer highly cross-linked with reactive a co-agent may be incorporated into the ball to increase the hardness of the ball.

Abstract: A training device for teaching putting mechanics through implementation of a) suggested predetermined backswing and, if desired, follow-through, stroke lengths for a variety of putting distances, and b) adjustments, by formula, for a variety of putting green/slopes by putting distance.

Abstract: A chest belt for encircling the back and chest of a trainee at a level above the waist, an arm strap for accommodating the upper arm portion of the trainee's leading arm, a shoulder strap for overlying the shoulder of the leading arm, a thigh strap forming a loop for encircling that thigh of the trainee opposite the leading arm, and connecting straps coupling the thigh straps to the chest strap and extending diagonally across the front and back of the trainee. The construction is such that the trainee's shoulders and hips partake of coordinated movements during the execution of a golf swing.

Abstract: A device and method are provided for encouraging or ensuring proper posture of a golfer during a golf swing. In certain embodiments, the device may be in the form of a brace comprising a strap that fits around the body to resist or prevent excessive bending of the spine, or “hunching over,” during the golf swing. The brace may have a single, continuous strap that winds around the body, forming a crossing pattern across the spine and passing over both shoulders, with the ends of the strap meeting in the front of the body. The ends of the strap may be suitably joined, for example by a buckle, to allow adjustment. The brace may be an integral part of a garment, which may have an outer shell and inner lining.

Abstract: The golf swing aid is worn by a golfer and senses improper movement of the hip joint of the golfer during a golf swing. The aid produces a user perceptible signal when the movement has exceeded a set threshold. The aid is suitable as a practice aid or as a teaching aid for an instruction lesson.

Abstract: A new golf swing and hip rotation connector, comprising a combination of:

Abstract: A swing training device includes an adjustable belt, a base plate, a guide arm and a club connector. The base plate is secured to the user's torso with the adjustable belt. The guide arm attaches to the base plate so as to be hinged both horizontally and vertically. The golf club attaches to the guide arm opposite the base plate. The connecting mechanism contains a hinge that allows the golf club to move in an angular and rotational motion relative to the guide arm. When used properly, the swing training device will assist the user in developing muscle memory of a proper swing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a static pose fixture (10) used for measuring a subject (42) that is the object of a motion capture system. The static pose fixture (10) provides a means for holding the subject (52) in a static position by using various struts in order to automate the sizing of a computer generated model or to position and orient markers with respect to the model.

Abstract: A method and device for golf swing training is disclosed wherein a double pendulum model swing is replicated by defining a point on a golfer's chest about which a golfer's swing rotates and extending therefrom a inelastic flexible strap for attachment to the grip of a golf club. The inelastic flexible strap encourages the golfer to fully extend his arms throughout the golf swing to maintain a proper swing radius without inhibiting the movement of the golfer's wrists; therefore, allowing the golfer to experience the ideal golf swing.

Abstract: A golf training device to help maintain the proper synchronous relationship between the movement of hands and hip rotation during a golf swing. In the event that the movement of the hands and hip rotation of the user are out of synchronization, the training device provides feedback to the user. The training aid device basically comprises a strap that secure a sheet to the rearward leg of the user. A trapezoid shaped panel is mounted to the sheet, which provides the user with a reference as to the proper positioning of a user's hands and the shaft of the golf club during address, and which provides a tactile feedback signal to the user, if the user's backswing is improper or if the user's hip rotation and movement of the user's hands are out of synchronization, by making contact with at least one of the user's hands.

Abstract: The training device has a u shaped base comprised of a adjustable toe board strip, which is used to promote balance on the balls of the feet and keep the training device from tipping over. The adjustable knee brace, attached to one of three vertical mast, is positioned on the side of the body producing the back swing. The knee brace, contacts the side and back of knee, supporting the proper angle of the knee while controlling lateral and vertical movement. Adjustable upper support assembly, telescoping lateral bar, positions golfer in center of device. Telescoping horizontal back bar in conjunction with angled side bar, contact the lower lumbar of back and hips on side of body producing back swing, effectively controlling lateral and vertical movement. A angled padded vertical bar, positioned in the centered of the back promotes the proper spine angle and allows golfer to stay centered by rotating the upper body around the bar as axis of spine and clearing in the follow thru swing.

Abstract: Golf swing training devices are disclosed. The swing training devices can be used during practice, during play, or both. In one non-limiting embodiment, the swing training device can be used by the golfer to ensure that he or she stands the correct distance from the golf ball at address. In another non-limiting embodiment, the swing training device comprises an element that is sized and configured for making contact with at least a portion of a golfer's body during a golf swing to ensure that the golfer swings his or her arms properly on the backswing, the downswing, or both.

Abstract: An improved freestanding golf swing training system with a floor-mounted base 9or mounted-to-ground post) and a pelvic belt assembly that wraps around the golfer's hips and guides the golfer's pivot during the backswing, downswing and follow through. The adjustable, dual-axis system guides the pelvis as it pivots about an axis behindthe golfer's right leg (for right handers) in the backswing and downswing, and pivots about an axis behind and outside the golfer's left leg in the follow through. A dual-pivot mechanism, that connects the belt to the base, inhibits lateral movement of the hips during the backswing and downswing. The mechanism allows the distance between the pivot centers to be adjustable to various hip sizes. The system has a built-in conversion feature that permits the belt to be inverted to accommodate both right-handed and left-handed golfers.