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Gerunds
Gerunds are ing verbs that function as nouns in a sentence.
--Walter enjoys reading. Reading is the direct object.
--Studying is important. Studying is the subject.
--With careful planning, Roberto
saved for a comfortable retirement. Planning is the object of a
--To go running in the winter, Ariel
bought insulated shoes. Running is the object of an