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Golf swing training aidGolf swing training aid description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070191129, Golf swing training aid. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001]This application is filed under 37 CFR .sctn.1.53(b) and claims priority under 35 U.S.C. 119(e) to previously filed U.S. Provisional Patent Application No.: 60/773,221, filed Feb. 14, 2006, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002]1. Field of the Invention [0003]This invention relates generally to a training aid for improving a golf swing. [0004]2. Brief Description of Prior Developments [0005]A well known problem that affects aspiring golfers is the ability to maintain control and discipline of training during a swing of a golf club. The requirements for control and discipline call for certain physical form. For example, a golfer should swing "on a plane" and maintain proper positioning of their wrist. [0006]It is easy for a golfer to forget their teachings when swinging a golf club. Unfortunately, to date, no training aids are known that provide for assisting with the proper positioning of the golf club and the wrist during the dynamic phase of swinging the golf club. [0007]What is needed is a training aid that provides feedback to a golfer attempting to improve the quality of their swing. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0008]Disclosed is a golf swing training aid that includes an armband coupled to a resilient member, the resilient member having at an opposite terminal end an anchor for anchoring the resilient member to at least one of a hossle and a shaft of a golf club, the resilient member providing feedback during a backswing through the armband. [0009]Also disclosed is a method for training a golf swing, that includes selecting a golf swing training aid, the training aid including an armband coupled to a resilient member, the resilient member having at an opposite terminal end an anchor for anchoring the resilient member to at least one of a hossle and a shaft of a golf club; coupling the armband to an arm of a user; coupling the anchor to a portion of the golf club; and maintaining an appropriate tension in the resilient member during a backswing of the golf club. [0010]Further disclosed is a golf swing training aid that includes an armband including a hook-and-hoop type fastener coupled to a resilient member, the resilient member having at an opposite terminal end an anchor including a clamp for anchoring the resilient member to at least one of a hossle and a shaft of a golf club, the resilient member including one of a rubber tube and a bungy cord providing feedback during a backswing through the armband; wherein one of the armband and the anchor includes a feature for adjusting a length of the resilient member. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE DRAWINGS [0011]Aspects of the present invention are explained in the following Detailed Description of the Preferred Embodiment, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein: [0012]FIG. 1 depicts a golfer using the training aid and "teeing up" for a swing; [0013]FIG. 2 depicts the golfer in a middle of a back swing; and, [0014]FIG. 3 depicts the golfer at the height of the back swing. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0015]Referring to FIG. 1, there is a golfer using a golf swing training aid 10. In typical embodiments, the golf swing training aid 10 includes an armband 2, a resilient member 4, and a clamp 6. [0016]The armband 2 is typically fabricated from materials as are known in the art and provide for secure mounting and retention during physical activity. Non-limiting examples include hook-and-hoop type fasteners (VELCRO.TM. brand fasteners being one example); as well as combinations of hoops, adjustable clasps (various examples being in use for ski-boot systems), and others. Typically, the armband provides a secure coupling of the resilient member to the upper arm of the golfer. However, this is non-limiting. For example, in some embodiments, such as for training to eliminate certain habits, it may be considered advantageous to secure the armband 2 over the forearm. [0017]The resilient member 4 provides for communication of physical movement between the head of the golf club and the golfers upper arm. When a swing is properly aligned, a substantially constant tension is typically realized throughout the backswing of the golfer. Accordingly, the resilient member 4 is typically fabricated from materials such as rubber tubing, a light strength "bungy cord" (e.g., a plurality of elastic members stranded together, and typically including an outer covering) and other similar materials. [0018]The clamp 6 typically is designed to accommodate use with any golf club. Typically, the clamp 6 is fabricated from plastic, however, other materials and devices as deemed suitable for anchoring the resilient member 4 may be used. In fact, the term "clamp" as used herein is but one example of an anchoring system and therefore not limiting of the invention. For example, in other embodiments, the clamp 6 makes use of hook-and-hoop fasteners (one common example being marketed as VELCRO.TM.). Typically, the clamp 6 attaches to at least one of a hossle and a shaft of the golf club (the portion of the club at the base end of the shaft and coupling a head to the shaft). However, in general, it is considered that the clamp 6 couples the resilient member 4 to the lower terminal end of the golf club. [0019]Referring to FIG. 2 the golfer is depicted in the middle of a backswing. In FIG. 2, the resilient member 4 is taught and provides for limited movement of (and therefore control over) the golf club. FIG. 3 depicts the golf swing training aid 10 at the height (termination) of the backswing. In FIG. 3, the golf swing training aid 10 provides continuing feedback as the resilient member 4 remains taught. Typically, a constant tension is maintained on the resilient member 4. When the golfer is mindful of maintaining proper tension, the golf swing training aid 10 greatly assists the golfer with achieving proper form for the golf swing. Continue reading about Golf swing training aid... Full patent description for Golf swing training aid Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Golf swing training aid patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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