Tag Archives: Swimming

Get ready for New Year = New You with the Help of Nekdoodle®

Have you started thinking about your fitness goals for 2017? Time and time again, losing weight shows up at the top of the list as one of the most common New Year’s Resolutions. Make 2017 the year you reach your goals and let Nekdoodle® help! Swimming is an excellent way to stay or get into […]

Examining the Aquatic Exercise Association’s Fitness Programs

Arthritis is an affliction often associated with old age, but in reality it can impact individuals across generational boundaries. According to the CDC, there are an estimated 294,000 children under the age of 18 suffering from some form of arthritis, while an estimated 62% of adults with arthritis are under the age of 65. There […]

Turn Up the Thrill of Water Sports with Nekdoodle®

Spring is the season of flowers, fresh air, and of course, water sports! Whether you are on a board, on a boat, or diving into the water head first, having your Nekdoodle® handy is a must. With its wide range of uses, the Nekdoodle® introduces an additional element of fun and protects your safety, allowing […]

Healthy Diet Choices for Swimmers

Swimming is a high-intensity sport that requires plenty of fuel for optimum performance. Swimmers rely on excellent nutrition and a healthy diet to support them in their quest to perform their best. Swimmers have considerable energy needs whether they are swimming competitively or simply enhancing their fitness levels. The following diet choices will fulfill swimmers’ […]

What You Should Know Before Swimming in Cold Water

Blue Nekdoodle

Swimming is a lot of fun and great exercise to boot, but it is important to take the proper precautions before taking to the water. Whether you are swimming in the ocean, enjoying the lake at your local national park or just hopping in the neighbor’s pool, the temperature of the water matters. Your body […]

Open Water Swimming Safety Tips

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 […]

Create Your Own Staycation

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 […]

San Joaquin County’s Lifestyles Magazine is a Society of Support

Red Nekdoodle

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 […]

Land Exercises Adapted for Water

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 […]

The Benefits of Water Therapy for Arthritis Sufferers

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 […]