BACKGROUND

[0001] A successful sports swing (including golf or baseball) requires a combination of strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, weight shift, rhythmic timing, repeatability, and confidence - all delivered in the short period of time it takes to make the swing. The swing utilizes the entire body to accomplish peak hitting speed and square ball impact to maximize power and direct the ball to its intended target. Repeatability of the successful sports swing requires trained muscle memory to start, execute, and finish the sports swing. The sports swing can be successfully executed when the athlete has confidence to swing without the need to think about swing mechanics, thus performing the swing with subconscious support to maximize physical skill and intuitive mental abilities in support of successful shot completion. Keeping the motion simple and confident can help increase sports swing performance, leading to improved ball striking performance and play improvement.

SUMMARY

[0002] According to a first aspect of the disclosed embodiments, a sports swing muscle memory development device includes a plurality of attachment components. Each of the plurality of attachment components is configured to circumferentially secure one of a plurality of regions of a user’s body. A plurality of connection components is provided. Each of the plurality of connection components is positioned on one of the plurality of attachment components. A plurality of extendable and retractable components is provided. Each of the plurality of extendable and retractable components is coupleable to one or more of the plurality of connection components.

[0003] In some embodiments of the first aspect, each of the plurality of attachment components can be configured to adjustably secure the respective region of a user’s body. The plurality of extendable and retractable components can include a mechanically driven device. The plurality of extendable and retractable components can provide an auditory feedback. The plurality of extendable and retractable components can provide a physical feedback. The plurality of extendable and retractable components can provide a visual feedback.

[0004] Optionally, in the first aspect, the plurality of extendable and retractable components can include a cord, rope, cable, wire or other material to provide the extendable and retractable components (referred to herein as a “cord”) attached to a retraction device. The cord can be moveable between a retracted position and an extended position. The retraction device can bias the cord from the extended position to the retracted position. A biasing force of the retraction device can be variable from no biasing force to full biasing force.

[0005] It can be desired in the first aspect that a first attachment component is provided. The first attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure a first region of the user’s body. A second attachment component can be provided. The second attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure a second region of the user’s body. A third attachment component can be provided. The third attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure a third region of the user’s body. A fourth attachment component can be provided. The fourth attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure a fourth region of the user’s body. A fifth attachment component can be provided. The fifth attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure a fifth region of the user’s body. A first extendable and retractable component can be provided. The first extendable and retractable component can be coupleable between the first attachment component and the second attachment component. A second extendable and retractable component can be provided. The second extendable and retractable component can be coupleable between the first attachment component and the third attachment component. A third extendable and retractable component can be provided. The third extendable and retractable component can be coupleable between the first attachment component and the fourth attachment component. A fourth extendable and retractable component can be provided. The fourth extendable and retractable component can be coupleable between the first attachment component and the fifth attachment component. The first region of the user’s body can include a trailing arm. The second region of the user’s body can include a leading arm. The third region of the user’s body can include a torso. The fourth region of the user’s body can include a trailing leg. The fifth region of the user’s body can include a leading leg. Leading and trailing can identify a swing relationship. The first attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to the trailing arm proximal to the elbow. The second attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to the leading arm proximal to the elbow. The third attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to the torso between the ribcage and the hips. The fourth attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to the trailing leg proximal to the knee. The fifth attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to the leading leg distal to the knee. Each of the extendable and retractable components can be releasably coupled to the respective attachment component.

[0006] According to a second aspect of the disclosed embodiments, a sports swing muscle memory development device includes a plurality of attachment components. Each of the plurality of attachment components is configured to circumferentially secure one of a plurality of regions of a user’s body. A plurality of extendable and retractable components is provided. Each of the plurality of extendable and retractable components is releasably coupleable to at least one of the plurality of attachment components. Each of the plurality of extendable and retractable components includes a cord attached to a retraction device. The retraction device provides at least one of an auditory feedback, a physical feedback and a visual feedback when the cord is moved relative to the retraction device.

[0007] In some embodiments of the second aspect, the cord can be moveable between a retracted position and an extended position. At least one of an auditory feedback, a physical feedback and a visual feedback can be provided when the cord in moved to the extended position. The retraction device can bias the cord from the extended position to the retracted position. A biasing force of the retraction device can be variable.

[0008] Optionally, in the second aspect, a first attachment component can be provided. The first attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to a trailing arm of the user’s body. A second attachment component can be provided. The second attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to a leading arm of the user’s body. A third attachment component can be provided. The third attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to a torso of the user’s body. A fourth attachment component can be provided. The fourth attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to a trailing leg of the user’s body. A fifth attachment component can be provided. The fifth attachment component can be configured to circumferentially secure to a leading leg of the user’s body. Leading and trailing can identify a swing relationship. Each of the extendable and retractable components can be releasably coupled to the respective attachment component.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] FIG. 1 illustrates an embodiment of a sports swing muscle memory development device.

[0010] FIG. 2 illustrates the sports swing muscle memory development device shown in FIG. 1 attached to a user.

[0011] FIG. 3 illustrates the sports swing muscle memory development device shown in FIG. 1 having all of the extendable and retractable components in a retracted position.

[0012] FIG. 4 illustrates two of the extendable and retractable components of the sports swing muscle memory development device shown in FIG. 3.

[0013] FIG. 5 illustrates another two of the extendable and retractable components of the sports swing muscle memory development device shown in FIG. 3.

[0014] FIG. 6 illustrates an embodiment of an extendable and retractable component in a retracted position.

[0015] FIG. 7 illustrates an embodiment of the extendable and retractable component shown in FIG. 2 in an extended position.

[0016] FIG. 8 illustrates an embodiment of the interior components of the extendable and retractable component shown in FIG. 2. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] Unless defined otherwise, technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the claimed material belongs. The following terms are defined below.

[0018] “coupleable” in this context refers to being able to be mechanically joined via force(s) generated by adhesion, cohesion, friction, fastening, magnetism, tension, etc.

[0019] “fastener” in this context refers to a hardware device that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together, generally used to create non-permanent joints (e.g., releasable or lockable), including anchor bolts, battens, bolts (including screws), brass fasteners, buckles, buttons, cable ties, captive fasteners, clamps (or cramps, including hose clamps), clasps (including lobster clasps), clekos, clips (including circlips, hairpin clips, paper clips, and terry clips), clutches, drawing pins (thumbtack), flanges, frogs, grommets, hook- and-eye closures, hook and loop fasteners (including Velcro), latches, nails, pegs (including clothespins and tent pegs), PEM nuts, pins (including bowtie cotter pins, circle cotters, clevis fasteners, cotters, dowels, linchpins, R-clips, split pins, spring pins, and tapered pins), retaining rings (including circlips and e-rings), rivets, rock bolts, rubber bands (or bands of other materials), screw anchors, snap fasteners, staples, stitches, straps, threaded fasteners (including captive threaded fasteners, nuts, screws, washers, threaded inserts, and threaded rods), ties, toggle bolts, treasury tags, twist ties, wedge anchors, and zippers. [0020] The sports swing is a complex movement that is best accomplished by the interaction of the alternating contraction and relaxation of opposing muscle groups. Because this movement occurs in less than two seconds and must be coordinated to the millisecond, it cannot be controlled by conscious thought. It must be trained in harmony with the subconscious mind. Thus while in training, it is desirable that athletes have continuous information and feedback throughout the entire movement that they are maintaining the correct relationship between the feet, legs, hips, torso, arms, neck, and head when making the sports swing, all of which are tied to the body core trained by the device. One facet of the uniqueness of this training device and system is that it works all of the needed muscle groups from the bottom up based on specifically placed connection points and configuration of extendable and retractable components attached to the each of the arms and legs to create not just the correct swing, but also to develop muscle memory, strength, and flexibility in the swing to enhance coordination and power, as well as to provide rehabilitative training.

[0021] Embodiments disclosed herein include a device configured to utilize 360 degrees of feedback combined with core and other muscle attachment placement and release mechanisms to develop core and other muscle memory, strength, and flexibility. The device further supports weight shift and turn coordination to improve swing efficiency and unleash core and other muscle power into the sports swing. The device enhances the athlete’s ability to train muscle memory and achieve a swing that is repeatable, thus increasing confidence and ball striking performance. The device enables the player to train in partial swing and full swing modes, can be custom fitted with variable sizing and feedback levels, and can be utilized indoors and outdoors. [0022] This device focuses on improved method training of the core and other muscles used in making the sports swing, in particular, the muscles associated with the feet, legs, torso, back, shoulders, arms, and hands. As shown in FIGs. 1-5, leg training is enhanced by the unique cross placement of the extendable and retractable components that train the feet and legs to move in harmony with the hips and core. The hips are likewise connected to the arms just above the elbow with specifically varied lengths and feedback to train the hands, arms, shoulders, and back to move in harmony with the hips and core. Using this training method, the hips and core then bring the lower body and upper body into complete harmony, strength, and flexibility resulting in improved sports swing performance. By training with the methods described herein, the athlete trains for an improved sports swing based on core and other muscle fundamentals enhancing practice to improve, rather than repeating improper practice swing motions, enhancing the development of strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, weight shift, rhythmic timing, repeatability, and confidence. The device trains and strengthens the body’ s muscles to help achieve improved sports swing start position, execution, and finish, thus helping the athlete to improve the sports swing.

[0023] By using the device to practice the sports swing in a controlled and slow motion manner, the athlete is able to train strength, flexibility, coordination, weight shift, rhythmic timing, repeatability, and confidence. Once core and other muscle memory strength is developed and the athlete achieves improved flexibility and strength, swing speed can be varied with swing drills to further enhance swing improvement and further embed muscle memory. Use of the catch and release device enables the athlete to swing in a slower and more controlled manner with single arm follow through, and to achieve higher swing speeds with full swing capability. [0024] The device can include a plurality of attachment components and extendable and retractable components that work together to train the sports swing from the core and facilitate improved placement of the legs, torso, arms, neck, and head in making the proper sports swing through the specific placement of the attachment components and use of the extendable and retractable components. Placement of the attachment components can enable successful operation of the device. To assist with attachment component placement understanding, terms will be used as follows: (1) the trailing arm is the right arm for a right handed athlete and left arm for a left handed athlete; (2) the leading arm is the left arm for a right handed athlete and right arm for a left handed athlete; (3) the trailing leg is the right leg for a right handed athlete and left leg for a left handed athlete; (4) the leading leg is the left leg for a right handed athlete and right leg for a left handed athlete; (5) trailing torso means the right side of the torso for a right handed athlete, and left side of the torso for a left handed athlete; and (6) leading torso means the left side of the torso for a right handed athlete, and right side of the torso for a left handed athlete.

[0025] Referring to Figure 1, a sports swing muscle memory development device 100 includes a first attachment component 102, a second attachment component 104, a third attachment component 106, a fourth attachment component 108, a fifth attachment component 110, a first connection component 112, a second connection component 114, a third connection component 116, a fourth connection component 118, a fifth connection component 120, a sixth connection component 122, a first extendable and retractable component 124, a second extendable and retractable component 126, a third extendable and retractable component 128, and a fourth extendable and retractable component 130. The above described components can be configured to attach to the athlete’s body having a leading arm 132, a trailing arm 134, a torso 136, a leading leg 138, and a trailing leg 140.

[0026] The placement of each component (listed above) affects the ability of the device 100 to achieve its purpose and operate effectively for the athlete, and to facilitate improved strength, flexibility, coordination, weight shift, rhythmic timing, repeatability, and confidence training in the sports swing.

[0027] The leading arm 132, the trailing arm 134, the torso 136, the leading leg 138, and the trailing leg 140 can be the enclosed regions to be secured by the first attachment component 102, the second attachment component 104, the third attachment component 106, the fourth attachment component 108, and the fifth attachment component 110, and can define a swing relationship. The first attachment component 102, the second attachment component 104, the third attachment component 106, the fourth attachment component 108, and the fifth attachment component 110 can have a hollow cylindrical shape with an outer circumference and an inner circumference, such that as they are secured, or adjusted, the inner circumference conforms to the contour of the trailing arm 134, leading arm 132, the torso 136, the trailing leg 140, and the leading leg 138, respectively.

[0028] The first attachment component 102 can be secured to the trailing arm 134 just above the elbow, as shown in Fig. 2, to ensure stable position and proper feedback during the sports swing to facilitate training of the trailing arm 134 in the sports swing.

[0029] The second attachment component 104 can be secured to the leading arm 132 just above the elbow, as shown in Fig. 2, to ensure stable position and proper feedback during the sports swing to facilitate training of the leading arm 132 in the sports swing. [0030] The third attachment component 106 can be secured to the torso 136 of the body, as shown in Fig. 2, to ensure stable position and feedback during the sports swing to provide connection to the torso 136 and primary body core with the leading arm 132, the trailing arm 134, the leading leg 138, and the trailing leg 140 to facilitate training of the torso 136 in the sports swing. The third attachment component 106 can be secured circumferentially around the waist portion of the torso 136 (e.g., between the hips and the ribcage).

[0031] The fourth attachment component 108 can be secured to the trailing leg 140 just above the knee, as shown in Fig. 2, to ensure stable position and feedback during the sports swing to provide the connection of the trailing leg 140 to the torso 136 and primary body core with specific feedback tension to the trailing leg 140 to facilitate training of the trailing leg 140 in the sports swing.

[0032] The fifth attachment component 110 can be secured to the leading leg 138 just below the knee, as shown in Fig. 2, ensure stable position during the sports swing to provide the connection of the leading leg 138 to the torso 136 and primary body core with specific feedback tension to the leading leg 138 to facilitate training of the leading leg 138 in the sports swing.

[0033] The first connection component 112 can be coupled to the first attachment component 102 and can be positioned on the inside of the trailing arm 134 (i.e., lateral leading position) to ensure stable position and feedback during the sports swing. The first connection component 112 can ensure that the elbow on the trailing arm 134 remains in proximity to the torso 136 when making the sports swing, and can provide connection to the third attachment component 106 via the first extendable and retractable component 124 and the third connection component 116. [0034] The second connection component 114 can be coupled to the second attachment component 104 and can be positioned on the inside of the leading arm 132 (i.e., lateral trailing position) to ensure stable position and feedback during the sports swing. The second connection component 114 can ensure that the elbow on the leading arm 132 remains in proximity to the torso 136 when making the sports swing, and can provide connection to the third attachment component 106 via the second extendable and retractable component 126 and the fourth connection component 118.

[0035] The third connection component 116 can be coupled to the third attachment component 106 and can be positioned on the trailing portion of the torso 136 (i.e., lateral trailing position) to ensure stable position and feedback during the sports swing. The third connection component 116 can ensure that the torso 136 is trained in connection with the trailing arm 134 and the leading leg 138 to drive the sports swing to enable efficient power when making the sports swing, and can provide connection to the first attachment component 102 (with catch and release capability, see further description below) via the first extendable and retractable component 124 and the first connection component 112 and the fifth attachment component 110 via the third extendable and retractable component 128 and the sixth connection component 122.

[0036] The fourth connection component 118 can be coupled to the third attachment component 106 and can be positioned on the leading portion of the torso 136 (i.e., lateral leading position) to ensure stable position and feedback during the sports swing. The fourth connection component 118 can ensure that the torso 136 is trained in connection with the leading arm 132 and the trailing leg 140 to drive the sports swing to enable efficient power when making the sports swing. The fourth connection component 118 can provide connection to the second attachment component 104 via the second extendable and retractable component 126 and the second connection component 114 and can provide connection to the fourth attachment component 108 via the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 and the fifth connection component 120.

[0037] The fifth connection component 120 can be coupled to the fourth attachment component 108 and can be positioned on the inside of the trailing leg 140 (i.e., lateral leading position) just above the knee to ensure stable position, feedback, and lift during the sports swing. The fifth connection component 120 can ensure that the trailing leg 140 is trained in connection with the leading portion of the torso 136 to drive the sports swing to enable efficient power when making the sports swing, and can provide connection to the third attachment component 106 via the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 and the fourth connection component 118.

[0038] The sixth connection component 122 can be coupled to the fifth attachment component 110 and can be positioned on the outside of the leading leg 138 (i.e., lateral leading position) just below the knee to ensure stable position, feedback, and turn tension during the sports swing. The sixth connection component 112 can ensure that the leading leg 138 is trained in connection with the trailing portion of the torso 136 to drive the sports swing to enable efficient power when making the sports swing, and can provide connection to the third attachment component 106 via the third extendable and retractable component 128 and the third connection component 116.

[0039] The first extendable and retractable component 124 can be located between the first attachment component 102 and the third attachment component 106 to ensure proper feedback during the sports swing, by connection of the trailing arm 134 to the trailing portion of the torso 136, to drive the sports swing to enable efficient power when making the sports swing. The first extendable and retractable component 124 can have its length and tension altered by adjusting the coupling to the first connection component 112 and the third connection component 116.

[0040] The second extendable and retractable component 126 can be located between the second attachment component 104 and the third attachment component 106 to ensure proper feedback during the sports swing, by connection of the leading arm 132 to the leading portion of the torso 136, to drive the sports swing to unleash efficient power when making the sports swing. The second extendable and retractable component 126 can have its length and tension altered by adjusting the coupling to the second connection component 114 and the fourth connection component 118.

[0041] The third extendable and retractable component 128 can be located between the fifth attachment component 110 and the third attachment component 106 to ensure proper feedback during the sports swing, by connection of the leading leg 138 to the trailing portion of the torso 136, to drive the sports swing to unleash efficient power when making the sports swing. The third extendable and retractable component 128 can have its length and tension altered by adjusting the coupling to the third connection component 116 and the sixth connection component 122.

[0042] The fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can be located between the fourth attachment component 108 and the third attachment component 106 to ensure proper feedback during the sports swing, by connection of the trailing leg 140 to the leading portion of the torso 136, to drive the sports swing to unleash efficient power when making the sports swing. The fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can have its length and tension altered by adjusting the coupling to the fourth connection component 118 and the fifth connection component 120.

[0043] In some embodiments, the third extendable and retractable component 128 can overlap the fourth extendable and retractable component 130, where the third extendable and retractable component 128 can be located further from the frontal plane of the body (as depicted in Figure 1), or where the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can be located further from the frontal plane of the body. In some embodiments, the third extendable and retractable component 128 and the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can be coupled proximate to the point of overlap, restricting movement at the point of overlap.

[0044] FIGs. 6-8 illustrate an exemplary embodiment of an extendable and retractable component 200. The extendable and retractable component 200 includes a housing 202 that is coupleable to at least one of the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, 122. The housing 202 retains a retraction device 204, shown in FIG. 8. A cord 206 is wound around the retraction device 204 and is moveable between an extended position, shown in FIG. 7, and a retracted position, shown in FIG. 6. When moving to the extended position, the extendable and retractable component 200 can provide a variable extending or propulsive force to aid in movement to the extended position, in some embodiments. For example, the extending force can be provided by uncoiling a spring or the propulsive force can be provided by at least one actuating component. Further, in some embodiments, the extending or propulsive force can be provided by chemical reaction. A fastener 208 is positioned on an end 210 of the cord 206. The fastener 208 is coupleable to another of at least one of the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, 122. The retraction device 204 includes a biasing force 212 that biases the cord 206 from the extended position to the retracted position. The biasing force can be a small as zero pounds per inch. In some embodiments, the extending or propulsive force is equal or greater than the biasing force. In some embodiments, the biasing force 212 of the retraction device 204 is variable.

[0045] In some embodiments, the first extendable and retractable component 124, the second extendable and retractable component 126, the third extendable and retractable component 128, and the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can include a nonelastic feedback system and may not include elastic bands. For example, the first extendable and retractable component 124, the second extendable and retractable component 126, the third extendable and retractable component 128, and the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can include a mechanically driven resistance device that can be fixed, retractable, and of varying resistance levels. In some embodiments, the first extendable and retractable component 124, the second extendable and retractable component 126, the third extendable and retractable component 128, and the fourth extendable and retractable component 130 can include an auditory feedback when making the swing. Additionally, a physical feel feedback and/or click can be provided when making the swing, and/or a visual feedback based on extension and retraction speed and extent. The feedback system is variable and can be independently set by each user so that the system automatically fits each user.

[0046] In some embodiments, one or more of the extendable and retractable components 124, 126, 128, and 130 can be permanently attached to one or more of the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, and 122. In some embodiments, one or more of the extendable and retractable components 124, 126, 128, and 130 can be removably attached to one or more of the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, and 122, such that a user can attach or detach the extendable and retractable components 124, 126, 128, and 130 to and from the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, and 122. In some embodiments, one or more of the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, and 122 can be permanently attached to one or more of the attachment components 102, 104, 106, 108, and 110. In some embodiments, one or more of the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, and 122 can be removably attached to one or more of the attachment components 102, 104, 106, 108, and 110, such that a user can attach or detach the connection components 112, 114, 116, 118, 120, and 122 to or from the attachment components 102, 104, 106, 108, and 110. In some embodiments, one or more of the attachment components 102, 104, 106, 108, and 110 can be removably attached to the user’s (or athlete’s) body, by attaching directly to the user’s body and/or via a suit worn by the user. In some embodiments, one or more of the attachment components 102, 104, 106, 108, and 110 can be permanently attached to a suit or garment(s) worn by the user.

[0047] During a sports swing, the extendable and retractable components can be extended via forces exerted via the leading arm 132, the trailing arm 134, the torso 136, the leading leg 138, and the trailing leg 140, and the extendable and retractable components can provide feedback to the leading arm 132, the trailing arm 134, the torso 136, the leading leg 138, and the trailing leg 140 as a result. Each of the extendable and retractable components can be released from their coupling to enable the exchange of materials or to alter the swing relationship by not providing feedback to one or more of the he leading arm 132, the trailing arm 134, the torso 136, the leading leg 138, and the trailing leg 140.

[0048] A sports swing muscle memory development device (which may also be known as a sports swing trainer), as disclosed herein, can be used in conjunction with various methods for training a user’s sports swing related movements. For example, in an embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s feet, legs, and hips includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer with focus on the feet, legs, and hips as would occur in the sports swing with focus on the specific feet muscles, then shifting the weight front and back to further develop the feet muscles and gain awareness of how the feet and toes are used in the sports swing to balance and deliver power, with ultimate goal of training the feet to be a natural and coordinated part of the swing, and letting the legs and hips move naturally with the feet when shifting weight as would occur in the sports swing, critical to balance and properly initiating the sports swing.

[0049] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s hips, torso, shoulders, back, arms and hands includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the sports swing motion with focus on the hips, torso, shoulders, back, arms and hands to further develop the hips, torso, shoulders, back, arms and hands muscles, with ultimate goal of training the hips, torso, shoulders, back, arms and hands to be a natural and coordinated part of the swing, and letting the feet, legs and hips move naturally with the feet when shifting weight as would occur in the sports swing.

[0050] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s initial golf backswing includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the initial backswing to the hips level with the wrists not breaking and the hands rotating naturally. For a baseball backswing, the method includes slow to moderate speed motion to the batter stance with the hands just above shoulder level, in each case with focus on the initial backswing movement to train initial backswing muscles.

[0051] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s upper golf backswing includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the upper backswing above the hips level with the wrists breaking and the torso turning to the top of the golf swing position, with focus on the upper backswing movement to train upper backswing muscles.

[0052] In another embodiment, a method for training a sport swing user to hold the top of a sports swing or backswing includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer to achieve the top of the sports swing and hold it to further develop the backswing muscles and to achieve a balanced and comfortable top of the swing position, critical for initiation of the down or forward motion of the sports swing.

[0053] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s initial forward swing (a/k/a downswing) includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the initial forward swing by starting with the feet, legs, and hips turning the torso only with the hands moving to the waist area but without releasing from the shoulders or unhinging the wrists, critical to swing plane and setting up the sports swing for a natural and coordinated release into the impact area.

[0054] In another embodiment, a method for training a sport swing user to hold the impact of a sports swing includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer to achieve the impact area of the sports swing and hold it to further develop the impact area muscles and to achieve a balanced and comfortable impact area of the swing position, critical to swing plane, square impact, hit direction, and power.

[0055] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s initial position of swing follow through includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the sports swing follow through, critical to swing plane, hit direction, and power release in the impact area and training the follow through muscles. [0056] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s swing follow through with a catch and release device locked includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the sports swing follow through past the initial follow through position with the lead arm only, critical to swing plane, hit direction, and power release through the impact area and training the follow through muscles.

[0057] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s swing follow through with a catch and release device unlocked includes slow, moderate, and faster speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the sports swing follow through past the initial follow through position with both arms, critical to swing plane, hit direction, and power release through the impact area and training the follow through muscles.

[0058] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s swing follow through to a swing finish position includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer of the sports swing follow through to this finish position with the lead arm only if catch and release device is locked, or with both arms if catch and release device is unlocked, critical to swing plane, hit direction, power release, and swing finish training the follow through finish muscles.

[0059] In another embodiment, a method for training a sport swing user to hold a swing finish position includes slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer to achieve the swing finish position of the sports swing and hold it to further develop the swing finish muscles and to achieve a natural, balanced and comfortable finish of the sports swing, critical to balance and completing the sports swing.

[0060] In another embodiment, a method for training movement of a sport swing user’s swing includes combining the other methods disclosed herein in slow to moderate speed motion with the sports swing trainer to achieve the sports swing, critical to natural, balanced, and comfortable sports swing success.