Special wrist snap developing and exercising device for softball pitchers

Abstract

An special device used for wrist snap developing and exercising for softball pitchers. The device is a new combination of existing devices that provide an effective, practical and economical way to maximize a pitcher's capability through proper training and exercise. The device is comprised of a softball; a tensioner device; a means to adjust the tensioner; and a means to adjustably secure the softball to the tensioner wherein said special device may be used to develop and exercise the wrist, fingers and arm of a softball pitcher. The device includes features that permit full padding of the arm and wrist for comfort and endurance. The device includes features for easy adjustment of the tension and the ball location, plus a quick change feature for switching ball types and sizes.

1 . A Special wrist snap developing and exercising device  31  for a softball pitcher  70  comprised of
 (a) a softball  32 ;   (b) a tensioner device  50  made of durable materials;   (c) a means to adjust the tensioner  50 ; and   (d) a means to adjustably secure the softball  32  to the tensioner  50     
     wherein said special device may be used to develop and exercise the wrist, fingers and arm of a sports person. 
   
   
       2 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the tensioner device is a spring and cable. 
   
   
       3 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the tensioner device is a threaded engagement. 
   
   
       4 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the tensioner device is a series of elastomeric bands. 
   
   
       5 . The object according to  claim 4  wherein the elastomeric material is a rubber. 
   
   
       6 . The object according to  claim 4  wherein the elastomeric material is a synthetic rubber. 
   
   
       7 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the durable material is a composite materials. 
   
   
       8 . The object according to  claim 7  wherein the composite material is a plastic. 
   
   
       9 . The object according to  claim 8  wherein the plastic is a reinforced plastic. 
   
   
       10 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the durable material is a lightweight metal. 
   
   
       11 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the sports person plays softball. 
   
   
       12 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the sports person plays baseball. 
   
   
       13 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the sports person plays handball. 
   
   
       14 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the sports person bowls. 
   
   
       15 . The object according to  claim 1  wherein the sports person plays racquetball. 
   
   
       16 . A system and a method for teaching correct softball throwing techniques. 
   
   
       17 . A method according to  claim 16  comprised of performing the following steps:
 STEP 1: Insert one's pitching hand through the large end opening,   STEP 2: Grip the ball as if he/she is getting ready to pitch.   STEP 3: Hold the Exerciser down along side of the body as in a delivery position.   STEP 4: Curl the hand in an upward position to snap the wrist   STEP 5: Adjust the tension rod (located on top of Exerciser) according to ones ability and strength   STEP 6: Optional—Different balls can be inserted by loosening the outer knobs on both sides of the hand yoke.   STEP 7: Optional—Different balls can be purchased separately for this   STEP 8: Loosen the outer knobs the device can be adjusted according to hand size   STEP 9: Exercise the arm by moving it through the positions   STEP 10: Repeat as desired or needed to develop strength