noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
treading water
Refers to the action of staying afloat in water in an upright position, typically by moving the legs and arms. Used both as a noun and with する to describe the activity.
プールで立ち泳ぎの練習をした。
I practiced treading water in the pool.
深いところで立ち泳ぎをして助けを待
I treaded water in the deep area and waited for help.