Free Throws With Sole
US20060042123A1
2006-03-02
10/711,158
2004-08-27
Abstract:
Technically, this is simply a hard plastic (rigid) ⅛″ insert (all sizes/men and women) placed in basketball shoes. It is used to practice free throws, not for play. When teaching the method, the insert reinforces the physical aspect of stability.
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Classification:
A43B13/026 » CPC main
Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units characterised by the material Composites, e.g. carbon fibre or aramid fibre; the sole, one or more sole layers or sole part being made of a composite
A43B5/00 » CPC further
Footwear for sporting purposes
A43B13/12 » CPC further
Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units characterised by the material Soles with several layers of different materials
A63B69/0059 » CPC further
Training appliances or apparatus for special sports; Means for physically limiting movements of body parts worn by the user
A63B69/0071 » CPC further
Training appliances or apparatus for special sports for basketball
A43B13/38 IPC
Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units Built-in insoles joined to uppers during the manufacturing process, e.g. structural insoles; Insoles glued to shoes during the manufacturing process
Description
This is a teaching method using an insert (orthopedic ⅛″ hard plastic)
that trains the lower body to maintain stability (heels keep in touch with floor-never lifting) while shooting free throws.
Claims
What is claimed is:1. The method, using the insert, incorporates leverage and stability in shooting free throws. Benefits: effortless shot and a repetitive point of release improving accuracy.