Swing training device having adjustable contact area

Abstract

A swing training device includes a longitudinal body comprising a handle and a shaft. The longitudinal body further comprising a first end adjacent the handle and a second end adjacent the shaft, wherein the first end is opposite the second end. A contact area assembly removably coupled to the longitudinal body and opposite the handle is adapted to provide at least one contact area along the longitudinal body. The swing training device assist in improving palm up palm down at contact and assists in developing muscle memory.

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RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a continuation in part application of Ser. No. 13 / 374,269 to James Scott McCrory, filed on Feb. 21, 2012, which claims the benefit of priority of provisional application Ser. No. 61 / 429,258, filed on Jan. 3, 2011. The contents of Ser. Nos. 13 / 374,269 and 61 / 429,258, including the drawings, schematics, diagrams and written description, are hereby incorporated in their entirety by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]Embodiments of the invention relate to a swing training device and, more particularly, to a baseball or softball training device having an adjustable contact area.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]It is important for a hitter in baseball or softball to hit the ball with the “sweet spot” portion of the bat. The sweet spot is typically considered the center percussion of the bat or the location that produces the greatest batted ball speed. While the exact location of the sweet spot ...

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Benefits of technology

The invention is a swing training device that solves the problems of existing training devices. It has a long body with a handle and shaft, and it has a contact area assembly on the body that provides a contact area along the body. Using this device can help improve a person's swinging accuracy and power.

Problems solved by technology

Unfortunately, this is easier said than done, since the batter usually experiences difficulty in determining whether or not his or her hands and arms are moving in the proper path without the assistance of a coach appraising the swing.

Continuous practice is required to develop the proper hand path and it is impractical for the major portion of the practice to be conducted in the presence of a coach.

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