Unleashing Functional Mobility: Harnessing the Power of Resistance Exercises with Cords and Band
In the pursuit of overall fitness, functional mobility plays a pivotal role, emphasizing the [...]
Building Strong Bones: The Role of Resistance Training in Osteoporosis Prevention
Osteoporosis, a condition characterized by the weakening of bones, is a significant health concern, [...]
Importance of Winter Training for Triathletes
As the winter frost settles in, triathletes often find themselves grappling with the challenge of [...]
Enhancing Your Workout Routine with Isotonic Contraction and Isokinetic Resistance Using Resistance Cords
In the world of fitness, there's a wide range of equipment and tools available to [...]
Resistance Training vs. Strength Training: Unraveling the Differences and Discovering the Similarities
When it comes to enhancing your physical prowess and achieving your fitness goals, resistance training [...]
Embracing Fall: Leveling Up Your End-of-Summer Fitness with Resistance Cord Training
As the warm embrace of summer gradually gives way to the crisp and colorful days [...]
Incorporating bungee resistance into football-specific drills
Training with TurfCordz® Bungie Resistance Cords can provide several benefits for football players, including agility, [...]
Resistance Training for Triathletes
Resistance training plays a valuable role in the training of triathletes. Helping them develop overall [...]
StrechCordz® Long Belt Slider
The StrechCordz® Long Belt Slider is a swim training tool designed to provide swim-out and [...]
Spring Sprint Training with TurfCordz® Safety Cord Sprint Belt
When it comes to sports, sprinting is an essential part of many activities, including track [...]
Runners and Injury
For track and field athletes, marathon participants or recreational runners, spring can mean ramping up [...]
Chiropractic care with the addition of resistance tools.
Chiropractic care has been around for decades, with over 35 million people visiting a chiropractor [...]
Meet Tom Simon – Owner – NZ Manufacturing
When he’s not cheering on his 3 kids at their sporting events, coaching his son’s [...]
4 Surprising Benefits of Resistance Training
When you think of the benefits of resistance training, you likely think first of building [...]
Improve your golf swing during the off season.
Golf is a sport where the nuances matter, and a slight change in grip or [...]
The Power of Breathe Control
Proper breathing techniques are important for swimmers, surfers or other water and ocean sports. Accessing [...]
An Interview with Dominick Walker
We sat down with Dominick Walker to learn more about his training philosophies and [...]
An Interview with Ajax Tadehara
When you think of competitive Judo training, you might not think of Idaho. But, for [...]
4 Tips for Building Muscle Mass
Muscle growth and development is a popular goal for athletes or anyone who is conscious [...]
An Interview with Scot Prohaska
Scot Prohaska is a nationally recognized sports and executive performance consultant with over 30 years [...]
Sports Related Injuries
Sports-related injuries are a risk for all athletes at all levels. As spring training programs [...]
Tech Neck
Tech neck, sometimes called text neck, is a new term for an old issue — [...]
Fitness Trends
A new year often brings new goals, a fresh perspective and lots of new trends! [...]
Resistance Training
Resistance training is a part of many athlete’s routines, with benefits of building strength, maintaining [...]
Training with Resistance for Winter Sports
With less than a dozen weeks until the end of the year, the winter and [...]
Choice Reaction Time
Reaction time is defined as the ability to respond quickly to a stimulus. In the [...]
The Importance of Off-Season Training
Cooling down after a workout is a crucial part of any routine — in the [...]
Prevent wrist injury.
If you’re typing at a computer, driving a car, throwing a ball or gripping a [...]
How long does it take to get out of shape?
Getting in shape can take time, but getting out of shape can happen much faster [...]
Our favorite resistance-friendly Olympic sports
The long-awaited Tokyo Summer Olympics are less than two months away, which means Olympic athletes [...]
Sports Injury Related Whiplash
Whiplash is a condition in which the head quickly moves backward and forwards with force, [...]
An Interview with Adam Angeloff
If you want to talk about understanding movement and sports training, Adam Angeloff is your [...]
Fight the signs of aging by maintaining muscle mass.
There are many ways and reasons to fight the signs of aging, but maintaining muscle [...]
Training with resistance during the off-season
Ask any athlete, and they’ll likely tell you that their routine includes pre-season, in-season, and [...]
Physical Therapy at Home
Physical therapy is an important part of any rehabilitation program. With the increase in [...]
Winter Resistance Training
Resistance training in the winter months will become more important than ever as the COVID-19 [...]
An Interview with Water Polo Coach Tony Chanove
We recently interviewed Tony Chanove, who is currently coaching the water polo team at Patriot [...]
An Interview with Water Polo Coach, Kristen Gellert
We recently had the opportunity to chat with Kristen Gellert, a water polo and swim [...]
Fighting the Increased Depression and Anxiety in Student Athletes During COVID-19
When it comes to the effects of COVID-19, most of us jump to thoughts of [...]
An Interview with Sports Performance Trainer, Sean Lanigan
Recently, we had a chance to sit down with Sean Lanigan, owner of Peak Performance [...]
An Interview with Photographer Mike Lewis
Today we had the chance to sit down with Mike Lewis, an incredibly talented swimmer [...]
An Interview with Matt Dixon
At NZ Manufacturing one of our favorite aspects of running a resistance training equipment company [...]
Tips For Staying Active While Being Stuck in Your Home
It’s amazing to think back a few weeks ago when COVID-19 was barely a thought [...]
An Interview with Fitness Guru, Kimba Smith
At NZ Manufacturing, we’re always excited to sit down with other prominent fitness professionals like [...]
An Interview with Merle Liivand
At NZ Manufacturing, we like to feature prominent athletes who are not only using our [...]
Stay Strong As You Age with Resistance Training
At NZ Manufacturing, we’re always focused on helping individuals of all ages stay in shape [...]
Increase Range of Motion after an injury with MediCordz® Rehabilitation Gear
If you’ve recently experienced an injury that has affected your range of motion, you likely [...]
Interview with Mark Schubert
Recently we had a chance to sit down with Mark Schubert, a nationally renowned swim [...]
An Interview with the Executives from the Spire Institute
One of the more rewarding parts of our job here at NZ Manufacturing is getting [...]
An Interview with Visually Impaired Triathlete Nicolas Dewalque
We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Nicolas Dewalque, a truly inspirational visually [...]
How versatile is the StretchCordz® Modular Set?
At NZ Manufacturing, our StretchCordz® Modular Set is one of our best sellers because of [...]
An Interview with Olympic Athlete & The Race Club Technical Director and Head Coach, Gary Hall Sr.
We had the most honorable pleasure of speaking with Gary Hall, Sr, Head Coach of [...]
How North Coast Multisports is Helping Outdoor Athletes in the Winter Months
With the change of seasons, indoor training is becoming more frequent and important for our [...]
How North Coast Multi-Sports Fits Into the Triathlete Lifestyle
We recently had a chance to chat with Race Director, Mickey Rzymek about North Coast [...]
An Interview with Anne Pringle Burnell
Recently we’ve been using our blog to showcase some of the wonderful fitness professionals that [...]
An Interview with Willie Caldwell
At NZ Manufacturing, one of the most rewarding parts of running a company that provides [...]
How Resistance Cords Can Help With Shoulder or Rotator Cuff Injuries
“He fakes right, she cuts left, look at that hit, how about that swing!?” We [...]
Benefits of Isometric Strength Training for Women
Isometric training can be a great way to increase your strength and agility. This kind [...]
Run Faster and Reduce Injuries with a Resistance Strength Training for Runners
In addition to putting in the miles and having some hard workout sessions a few [...]
Prevent Injuries with an Effective Resistance Training Program
For both competitive and recreational athletes, the right resistance training program can play an integral [...]
How Resistance Training Helps Athletes Achieve Peak Performance
The Winter Olympics are quickly approaching, and soon billions of people around the world will [...]
New Year Goals with Resistance Training
With the start of the new year comes a barrage of new year’s resolutions. The [...]
Namaste for Holidays
Namaste. One may hear this word at the beginning or end of a yoga class. [...]
The Edge that Strength Training in the Pool Gives to Athletes
In last month’s blog, we had a great interview with water training guru, Lynda Huey [...]
An Interview with Lynda Huey
We recently had the pleasure of talking with Lynda Huey, MS, founder of Huey’s Athletic [...]
Drag Training: How Resistance Can Impact Swimming Performance
In the world of competitive swimming where tenths of a second can make a major [...]
Autumn Reflections
Autumn, by definition, is the third season of the year when crops and fruits are [...]
Strength training for recovery and prevention of concussions
It is estimated that as many as 3.8 million concussions occur in the United States [...]
The Benefits of Resistance Cords for Elder Care
As the human body ages, your ability to gain strength and recover quickly becomes increasingly [...]
Overspeed Training using the Safety Cord Speed Belt and the Super Bungie Kit
At NZ Manufacturing, we’re constantly looking for new and innovative ways to use our resistance [...]
Yoga: Check It Out
"Breathe In through your nose, and out through your mouth." Check. "Focus on your breathing, [...]
Interview with Dr. Jason Jaeger
We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Jason Jaeger, who is an accomplished entrepreneur, [...]
Upcoming Conferences and Where You Can Find Us
We’ll Be There, Will you? Conferences are filled with awesome speakers, swag bags and prizes, [...]
Run Faster. Jump Higher. By Combining Plyometrics and Resistance Cords.
Serious athletes are always looking for the next way to improve their strength, agility and [...]
Sports Medicine – Resistance Band and Cord Versatility
The sports medicine industry has seen a large number of treatment innovations and options come [...]
Resistance Cords – Which resistance level and functionality is right for you?
Choose the right level of resistance. When purchasing resistance cords, you should know your strength [...]
Benefits of incorporating Turfcordz® Resistance Gear into your training program.
What do football, basketball, baseball, wrestling, track & field, rowing, lacrosse, hockey, floorball, soccer, volleyball [...]
Importance of Choosing Quality Resistance Exercise Tools
As we near the end of 2016, many schools and universities are budgeting for next [...]
True Athlete Performance Interview with Matt Diener
Having the right resistance tools is important, but you need to have a specific program [...]
Interview with Andy Potts about Olympic and Ironman Experience
In our previous blog, we interviewed Brian Peresie, Head Women’s Swimming & Diving Coach for [...]
Diving In with Brian Peresie from the University of Akron
StrechCordz® and TurfCordz® resistance training products have been used by Olympic athletes, as well as [...]
NZ Manufacturing Resistance Training Tools help Olympians Go for the Gold
Resistance training tools are being used by professional athletes and international Olympians for strength training, [...]
Swim Coaching and Resistance Training Over the Last 40 years
An Interview with Bob Karl, Head Coach of Bob Karl Swim Club since 1976 Bob [...]
If you missed us at the IAFC in May, here’s a quick recap:
StretchCordz® Original Resistance Swim Training Gear was demonstrated throughout the conference. Aquatic trainers demonstrated the [...]
Join Us at the AEA 29th Annual International Aquatic Fitness Conference (IAFC)
Location: Innisbrook Resort Palm Harbor, Florida Dates: May 10th-14th, 2016 Program Link: www.aeawave.com The IAFC [...]
Using TurfCordz Resistance Training Products to get a Jump on Spring Training
We spoke with Daniel Hutchins, who is a co-owner of Getting Fit LLC (a business [...]
2016 Spring Aquatic Exercise and Swim Coaching Conferences
For swim coaches and water aerobics instructors, there are three must-attend conferences to keep up [...]
Physical Therapy & Resistance Exercises with Dr. Christoper Hughes
Dr. Christopher Hughes is a member of our Advisory Panel which helps NZ Manufacturing innovative [...]
2016 Advisory Board Kickoff
Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? Over the holidays, we all [...]
HOLIDAY FITNESS: RESISTANCE TRAINING TIPS & TOOLS FOR HOLIDAY TRAVEL
When you’re traveling, it’s tough to find a spare minute to spend in the gym. [...]
U.S. Manufacturer Launches New Resistance Training Tools Website, NZCordz.com
When the owner of NZ Manufacturing decided it was time to revamp her company’s website, [...]
Celebrating Our 30th Birthday at ASCA Conference in Cleveland
NZ Manufacturing is proud to announce that we'll be in attendance at this year's ASCA [...]
East Meets West at National Aquatic Therapy Conference
NZ Manufacturing is having a very busy summer. We just returned from the National Aquatic [...]
Are corporate trends really that different today as compared to those of years past?
In a recent effort to engage in readings of the top rated corporate strategy publications, [...]
What do professional strength coaches look for in choosing resistance training equipment?
Professional strength coaches have a tough job! They are under intense pressure to ensure their [...]
Why I workout
"I don't work out because I hate my body, I work out because I love [...]
5 Tips for Swim Coaches to Stretch Training Budgets
As swim coaches around the country face tighter and tighter training budgets, they are having [...]
30 Years of Innovation in Resistance Training Tools
At NZ Manufacturing one of the accomplishments that we are most proud of is our [...]
What About Posture?
- Tell it to me Straight! ....Wait, I mean Curved! Good posture is important [...]
FIVE Easy Resistance Band Exercises for Recovering after Shoulder Surgery
Shoulder pain can severely limit your arm mobility and can affect all sorts of daily [...]
Don’t Be So Shallow! Get Fit and Relax in Deep Water!
Deep water exercise has many benefits, including positive outcomes for those of us who are [...]
FASTER HIP SURGERY RECOVERY WITH STRETCH CORD RESISTANCE TRAINING TOOLS
As potential hip surgery patients are made well aware, post-surgical rehabilitation will require patience and [...]
Safety Considerations for Using Resistance Bands in Water
Resistance band training is a great way for swimmers to improve power, stroke and medley [...]
Customized Active Cord for Training
"As a professor emeritus of biomechanics and kinesiology, I've always been interested in human movement, [...]
Personal trainer trusts MediCordz for patients
We're always thrilled to see our products being used to create positive impacts. One of [...]
Who’s afraid of turning 30? Not NZ!
This year, NZ will celebrate its 29th anniversary in business. While it isn't a typical [...]
Honing Running Techniques with StrechCordz®
"Dr. Nicholas Romanov, my father and the founder of the Pose Method®, has been coaching [...]
The Drag Belt Tow Tether Gets a New Look
As a company, NZ Manufacturing is always looking for new ways to address the needs [...]
Training Teams with TurfCordz
"True Athlete Performance has created a reputation in the athletic training industry for working efficiently [...]
Fitness Instructor Supports StrechCordz® and TurfCordz®
We often present our products as excellent resistance training tools for the athletic community, and [...]
A Chiropractor’s Choice
"I've been a chiropractor for 13 years, and I've used MediCordz for nine of those [...]
World-Class Triathlete Andy Potts on StrechCordz®
"Warming up for a triathlon can be problematic. Competitors want to prepare their bodies for [...]
Introducing the Stretch and Mobility Strap
StrechCordz® introduced its latest product this month with the Stretch and Mobility Strap. It was [...]
Ryan Shimabukuro Testimonial
"When you're training professional athletes and Olympians, you need products that can withstand the most [...]
Made in the USA safety and quality inspire pro basketball player Derek Wabbington
"As a professional athlete and personal trainer, I use a variety of exercise tools for [...]
StrechCordz® Introduces Pool Aqua Band
A new StrechCordz® stretch-band was introduced to the aquatic exercise market in January. Pool Aqua [...]
NZ Manufacturing Launches Revenue-Generating Affiliate Program
Tallmadge, Ohio - July 23, 2012 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
Aqua Fitness: A Cool Exercise for Hot Summer Months
Nothing cools you off quite like a dip in the pool. Yet, while swimming is [...]
Good Off-Season Training Benefits In-Season Performance
Tallmadge, Ohio - June 5, 2012 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
Climbing To New Heights
Grand Canyon National Park: "The Rim to Rim hike was an experience I will never [...]
NZ Manufacturing Suggests Training “Like a Soldier”
Tallmadge, Ohio - May 4, 2012 - This Memorial Day weekend, NZ Manufacturing, Inc. - [...]
A Championship Season
A championship season for swimming is a way for all the student-athletes to see whether [...]
World’s Oldest City Marathon Just Around the Corner
If you're running the Boston Marathon on April 16, congratulations! It's quite an achievement to [...]
“Mad” about TurfCordz® Resistance Tools
Tallmadge, Ohio - March 16, 2012 - March madness is almost here. And basketball fans [...]
Running/Walking Your First 5k
For those of you who started off the New Year with high expectations of setting [...]
Research Supports Resistance Workouts for a Healthy Heart
Tallmadge, Ohio - February 9, 2012 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
At the Heart of Exercising with a Partner
While it may be tempting to indulge in a box of chocolates, splurge on a [...]
Yoga Popularity Increases, Along with Injuries – Resistance Bands Can Help
Tallmadge, Ohio - January 27, 2012 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
Make Exercising a Goal, Not Just a Resolution
Tallmadge, Ohio - December 12, 2011 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
Winter Falls: A slippery subject
This season's artic temperatures are a perfect recipe for icy walkways. And icy walkways can [...]
Benefits of Resistance Bands Over Free Weights
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recently compared [...]
Remember Swimming Fundamentals
As we enter the winter season for the swimming season, many athletes need to remember [...]
NZ Manufacturing Takes Steps To Fight Cancer
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recently participated [...]
NZ Manufacturing To Attend Popular European Seminar
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recently announced [...]
As Temps Cool Down, Fall Sports Heat Up
Ways to Get (& Keep) Young Athletes In Shape It's time to return to the [...]
NZ Manufacturing Booth #431 to Feature Expert Guest, Special Promo and More at ASCA World Clinic 2011
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, invites international [...]
Burning River 100 Mile Endurance Run, July 31, 2011
I began my 100 mile journey in by boarding a bus at 3:00am to transport [...]
Award-Winning Swim Coach Credits StrechCordz® for Success
Tallmadge, Ohio - July 25, 2011 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
My Experiences with NZ Manufacturing
As a swim coach for Cuyahoga Falls High School and an age group coach for [...]
30 days until 100 Miles…
I wrote about a month ago the 'running' account of my journey toward the 100 [...]
TurfCordz™ Help Baseball Players Find Their Sweet Spot
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, offers a [...]
NZ Manufacturing Supports Youth Program in Dayton, Ohio
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recently donated [...]
Make Gains in the Off-Season with Agility Training
Football, basketball, soccer and hockey are all fast-paced sports involving a lot of quick starts [...]
The Event of the Century (100 Mile Burning River Run)
Why would anyone want to run 100 miles at once? I am often asked this [...]
Eight Out of 10 Americans Suffer From Back Pain
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, promotes resistance [...]
Make Training for a Long-Distance Swim a Real Drag
Since endurance is a crucial component of open-water, long-distance and triathlon swimming success, it's essential [...]
Manufacturer of Popular StrechCordz® Discusses the Role of Resistance in Long-Distance Swim Training
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, explains how [...]
How to Get in Racing Shape with TurfCordz products
The rate of force development, commonly called power, is crucial to many sport performances. Running [...]
Leading Trainer Hails TurfCordz™ for “Far Superior” Application, Efficiency and Safety
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, was recently [...]
To stay in shape, you gotta be flexible. Part II.
As mentioned in Part I, of this posting, flexibility is one component of a well-designed [...]
To stay in shape, you gotta be flexible. Part I.
To stay in shape, you gotta be flexible. Part I. Everyone knows that aerobic exercise, [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Helps Skaters Maximize Power and Speed On Ice
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recognizes that [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Offers Five Ways To Stick To a “New Year, New You” Resolution
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, offers its [...]
NZ Manufacturing Offers Vets Free Products on Veterans Day
Tallmadge, Ohio - December 16, 2010 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Guides Holiday Shopping for Exercise Equipment
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, offers useful [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Offers Three Key Tips For Holiday Survival
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, promotes three [...]
NZ Manufacturing: Proud To Be “Made In USA”
Tallmadge, Ohio - November 17, 2010 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Offers Volleyball Injury Prevention Tips
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, responds to [...]
NZ Manufacturing Visits Uruguay for 2010 FINA World Aquatics Convention
Tallmadge, Ohio - October 15, 2010 - NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Offers Tips for Improving Swim Strength and Form
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recommends its [...]
American Swimmer Successfully Crosses English Channel, NZ Manufacturing™ Part of Training
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, is proud [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Promotes Healthy Aging Through Regular Exercise
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, recommends its [...]
NZ Manufacturing Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Free Shipping Offer
July 28, 2010 - Tallmadge, OH NZ Manufacturing, Inc. - a leader in high-quality resistance [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Helps Golfers Swing Into Action
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, offers a [...]
NZ Manufacturing™ Releases Top Tip for Improved Acceleration Among Athletes
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in resistance training and physical rehabilitation exercise tools, recently announced [...]
NZ Manufacturing Joined Olympic Swimmers for Cleveland’s Fitter & Faster Tour
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools, was a [...]
NZ Manufacturing Responds to Swimmers’ Need with New StrechCordz® Quick Connect
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in resistance training and physical rehabilitation exercise tools, recently announced [...]
Q&A Using StrechCordz Long Belt Slider
Hi, I use my coach's (a UK member of Noth America Swim Coarch Assocaition) 'long [...]
Become a Fan: NZ Manufacturing Joins Facebook
NZ Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in resistance training and physical rehabilitation exercise tools - recently [...]
Kick Trainer
I had seen the kick trainer on the NZ website for several years and had [...]
NZ Manufacturing Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary
NZ Manufacturing, Inc. - a leader in high-quality resistance training and physical rehabilitation tools - [...]
New Products Catalog Released
NZ Manufacturing Inc. recently released their newest catalog which offers the latest in high quality [...]
The Traveling Swimmer
Carolyn, a swimmer, was going on a trip. See didn't want to get out of [...]
Extreme Strength Training Demands TurfCordz™ Safety Super Bungie
TurfCordz™ Safety Super Bungie products line was created for the extreme demands of high-level athletic [...]
In-Water Tethered Swim Training Benefits
What makes tethered swim training effective is the opportunity to do swim strength training with [...]
The Strechcordz® Grudge Belt
Do you want to swim faster? Really, would anyone answer no? There are only two [...]
StrechCordz vs. Weight Training
Hello Dr. Arata, Why would stretch cords be more beneficial than weight training for swimming? [...]