Whether you are trying to beat the heat, improve your fitness level or just have fun, there is nothing like open water swimming. There is nothing wrong with swimming laps in your backyard pool or fitness club, but the sheer thrill of open water swimming puts those tamer venues to shame. Unfortunately, the wild nature […]
The concept of the staycation gained a lot of popularity during the Great Recession, but the idea of vacationing close to home and enjoying the local attractions appears to have a lasting appeal. The economy may be getting better, but smart men and women are still looking for ways to save money without giving up […]
Whether you have a pool in your backyard or just enjoy the water once in a while, knowing how to swim is important for every member of the family. Knowing how to swim will keep the kids safe, give you peace of mind and make your summer vacation more fun. Even if you rarely venture […]
It is with great honor and pride that we announce Nekdoodle’s featured article in the June/July issue of Lifestyles, the premier lifestyle magazine for the county of San Joaquin, California. The two-page spread titled “Functional Flotation” highlights the history of Nekdoodle,including our very own Joey Zucchelli and Debra May, as well as details the progressive […]
Ai Chi is an aquatic exercise that strengthens and relaxes the entire body through a sequence of sixteen different postures, slow, concentrated movements and deep breathing. The basis for the exercise stems from Tai-Chi and Qi Gong ideals combined with techniques used in a water-based massage therapy called Watsu. The exercise is a progression […]
It seems that many things can be made better by adding water, and exercise is no exception. Water-based exercises are gaining in popularity, as men and women everywhere are drawn to their many benefits. Water-based exercises have a number of important advantages over their land-based counterparts. Exercises done in the water reduce stress on the […]
Water therapy is an ancient remedy that still offers wonderful health benefits, especially for people who suffer from arthritis. In fact, there is a large body of research that demonstrates the many benefits of warm water and aqua therapy for people with musculoskeletal problems. If you suffer from arthritis, back pain, or even fibromyalgia, you […]
If you enjoyed Laurie Denomme’s COREssentials for Water Exercise course at the 2015 International Aquatic Fitness Conference, or if you missed out on the fun, we have good news for you! Laurie’s newest revolutionary WECOACH program is now available to instructors, participants, and fans at anytime, anywhere with her COREssentials for Water Exercise DVD. In […]
With the 2015 International Aquatic Fitness Conference being held this May, there is much to look forward to in the realm of water exercise! Highly respected international instructor Laurie Denomme will debut her newest WECOACH program, COREssentials for Water Exercise, which features groundbreaking techniques. Given that she has a 25-year background of aquatics knowledge and […]
The Stockton Asparagus Festival has been a tradition in Stockton for the last 29 years. Since its first year, the Asparagus Festival has contributed over $5.9 million dollars in donations to local charities. However, 2014 marked the last year the Asparagus Festival would be seen in Stockton due to the dwindling attendance over the past […]
