The Apple Watch Series 3 is the third-generation model of the Apple Watch, which was introduced on September 12, 2017, and was released alongside the I-phone 8 on September 22, 2017. The Apple Watch Series 3 is elated in every way possible as it acts as a smart activity coach, an enhanced heart rate app, has your favorite playlist right at your wrist, serves as a built-in altimeter and also provides a more responsive Siri experience. Amazing, isn’t it? Right from Apple’s first watch launch to its current series, Apple has made significant changes in terms of better connection through its features. The Apple Watch Series 3 helps you to be more active, stay motivated and better connected at all times.
The Apple watch series 3 has a built-in GPS and a new altimeter that enables to track all your outdoor workouts. The GPS records the speed, speed and route of your outdoor workouts and the altimeter tracks elevation during your highest climbs. A more detailed statistics of your workout is available on your iPhone for your convenience. It comes with an updated app that includes high-intensity interval training and also enables you to auto-set swimming laps. The high-intensity interval training also helps you track popular indoor and outdoor workouts like running, cycling and swimming. This comes in handy when you are doing back to back workouts; you can easily switch from one activity to another and view the comprehensive summary at the end of your workout. You can also pair your Apple watch to any gym equipment with just a tap. This allows you to keep important metrics like heart rate, speed, and calories in sync thereby ensuring that your workout results are accurate. With the Apple Watch Series 3 you will be able to visualize your progress with your workout. Just like all the other activities that you do throughout the day, your workout also counts towards closing your Move, Exercise and Stand rings. You can view your ring and check out your workout history on your iPhone. Moreover, the Apple watch series 3 is swim proof and tracks both pool and open-water workouts. Sound vibrations eject water from the speaker after you are done swimming. The Apple Watch Series 3 as your iPod: With the Apple Watch Series 3 you can carry more music with you wherever you go. Your favorite Apple Music playlists are automatically synced to your watch, hence enabling you to enjoy your music on the go.
As the Apple watch is always with you it can help you be more aware of your overall health by monitoring your heart rate, helping you to keep tabs on your water intake at specific intervals.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is an overarching medical term used to characterize a collection of progressive lung diseases (i.e., non-reversible asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis). The main symptom of this very serious disease is shortness of breath that gradually worsens with time. However, many misconceptions exist concerning what COPD, how the disease develops, and how it’s managed.
Let’s look at some truths and falsies surrounding COPD…
Fact 1: COPD can’t be completely cured
COPD is what’s known as a non-curable disease. This means that although patients can’t undo the lung tissue damage once diagnosed, they CAN properly treat and manage their disease to prevent further lung damage. For instance, medical research shows that COPD patients that treat their disease property (i.e., with bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroids, and oxygen therapy) and quit smoking, reduce flare ups and mucus production while preventing dangerous infections.
Myth 1: COPD only damages the lungs
While many patients with COPD suffer from increased mucus production and shortness of breath, this condition affects more than just the lungs and respiratory tract. For instance, COPD can increase the risk of anxiety and depression as well as significantly increase blood pressure, thus raising the overall risk of heart disease.
Fact 2: Early COPD diagnosis is important
This is absolutely true with so many chronic diseases, and COPD is no different. So don’t ignore the signs (i.e., chest tightness and shortness of breath). Getting diagnosed early can prevent further lung damage, decrease the risk of heart disease, and with proper treatment, help decrease symptoms and improve overall quality of life.
Myth 2: COPD only affects smokers
Of course smoking is a major contributor for many chronic disease, COPD included. However, not every COPD smokes, or is a past smoker. COPD can be caused by several other contributing factors, such as:
Fact 3: COPD is NOT a death sentence
While COPD is a non-curable disease, it is not a death sentence. Patients that seek professional treatment (i.e., medication such as a Stiolto inhaler for COPD, inhaled or oral steroids, phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitors, antibiotics, oxygen therapy, etc.) and make healthy lifestyle changes (i.e., exercise, quit smoking, etc.) can safely reduce their symptoms, prevent further lung deterioration, and greatly improve overall quality of life. Regular gentle exercise (just 15 minutes per day of walking, swimming, hiking, etc.) in particular, can significantly improve blood and oxygen delivery via the heart to muscles.
There’s just something about a classic pick up truck. As far as stature and power, the following trucks led the way as far as impressive styling, engine power, hauling and off road capabilities that, no doubt, inspired the design of many pickups on the road today.
Here’s our list of the six most tried and true pickup trucks in history:
When I was a kid, all the cool teens had a Ford Bronco, but those with a limited edition Baja Bronco were king of the road. Why? As far as off-roading capabilities, the Baja offered a powerful 302-cid V8 paired with a C4 automatic, plus drivers got a impressive boost due to the high cut rear wheel wells and flares, which left ample room for huge tires. The Baja screamed daring adventure roll cage and special enhancements made to offer heavy-duty suspension.
Ford longed to take their classic F150 off-road, but it took until 2009 for them to create the Raptor, a pick up that offered smooth driving and handling and four-wheeling on even the most extreme desert terrain. Not to mention, this truck could haul an 8000-pound trailer. No problem! Offered in a SuperCrew cab and SuperCab configuration, the Raptor also featured a 4WD system based on the standard F-150, plus urethane bump stops and internal-bypass Fox Racing shocks, which allowed for smooth-riding suspension over the roughest roads and highest jumps.
More of a conversion kit than a model truck, Napco (otherwise known as the Northwest Auto Parts Company) made up for the fact that 1950s pickups didn’t come in 4WD (opposed from Dodge). So Napco designed a 4WD offered a conversion kit that let Chevy, Fords, and GMC owners get the 4WD power they longed for. By the year 1957, pick up manufacturers finally caught on and began installing Napco Power-Pak 4WD conversions on their assembly line pick ups.
While GM and Ford enthusiasts may have issue with this truck, one can hardly match the ruggedness of the Dodge Ram of the early 90’s with it’s Cummins diesel engine. In fact, you can still witness the impact of this redesigned Ram on many GM and Ford trucks to this day, with it’s “big rig” styling.
Prior to the Ford F-150, the Highboy was king of the Ford pick up empire. A tough-as-nails truck renowned for it’s ultra-rugged driving capabilities on any terrain, the Highboy was named for its sky-high frame and 35-inch tall tires that was inches taller than any Jeep, Dodge, or GM on the market. After 1977, the Highboy was considered a “Lowboy” as it was constructed at least 2-inches lower, which is why the original pre-1977 model is now considered a collector’s item.
When a celebrity race car driver pairs up with an auto manufacturer, sometimes the results can be disappointing, which was sort of the case when Rod Hall collaborated with Chrysler to birth the Rod Hall Signature Edition Dodge pick up truck. Only 33 of these beauties were made, and despite the Dodge Ram 150 base design, bed-mount light bar and driving lights, and slick pre-runner front and rear bumpers, for some reason Dodge plopped in a whimpy 318-cid V8 with only 170 hp. Despite the fact, this truck continues to be a collector’s item among pick up truck buffs.
The pickup truck is synonymous with America. It’s tough. It works hard. And it has no problem getting dirty to get the job done. This is likely why the pickup truck continues to be among the best selling vehicle in North America. Regardless of if you’re part of team Dodge, Ford, or Chevy, you know that owning a truck offers a truly unique driving experience compared to any sedan, small compact, or even an SUV.
Here are our top reasons to super-size your driving experience to a pickup truck:
If it’s room you desire, ignore any desires to buy a sleek, compact car and turn to a pickup instead. Seriously, a recent Chevy Silverado offers ample legroom and cargo space for a comfortable daily commute or road trip because who wants a leg cramp to start the work day. Passengers can literally stretch their legs out in a roomy four full pickup truck with ample room for tools and everything you need.
Perhaps power and hauling capabilities are your biggest concern when thinking about pickup truck ownership. However, believe it or not safety is a huge benefit of pickup truck ownership. positive! Think about the safety features built in to most full-size trucks—you get a caged cab, vehicle stability, safety seatbelt systems, side impact protection, and even trailer sway control already built into your vehicle.
Sure, if you own a pickup truck you kind of open yourself up to helping every single person you know move house. However, when it comes to hauling your own stuff, you can’t go wrong with a pickup truck. Take a truck like the Chevy Silverado for example, you can suddenly haul up to 12,000 pounds no problem thanks to the impressive torque and horsepower. Suddenly your vehicle can easily transition from work truck to off road camping vehicle of your dreams.
If it’s a boost you want, a pickup is your best bet when it comes to the best visibility on the road. The height of a standard pickup truck cabin permits a view over most other vehicles on the highway. Is that a traffic jam 6 blocks ahead? Luckily, you’ll be able to see it and take a quick detour if you drive a pickup. Not to mention, the cab of a pick up offers the driver and all passengers all-round visibility, front, back and side thanks to huge rear and side-view mirrors.
Leading us into the next reason why trucks are such great vehicles.
Putting aside all jokes about overcompensating, there is little doubt that many individuals choose to drive a pickup for the sheer power it offers. While Ford, Chevy, and GM differ as far as horses under the hood, most current trucks offer between 350- to 440-horsepower (hp) if you consider a Ford F-250 or a Dodge Ram.
Pickup trucks represent the American dream. And while car buyers have vered from SUV to sports coupe over the past few years, pickup truck buffs tend to harken to the past when it comes to sticking with their love of the classic pickup truck. Many of the following classic trucks in good condition sell for a pretty steep price among collectors.
Here are four of the most coveted collectible pickup trucks:
Considered neither a car nor a truck, the Bronco was unique as far a broaching the needs of both a car and a truck driver, which explains it’s motto “the best of both worlds”. This cube shaped truck debuted for 1966 in rudimentary form for a mere $2400 (base model). However, it was the impressively wide (at 92-inches) wheelbase that offered serious off roading, smooth highway driving, and extreme towing capabilities in a single vehicle. Touted literally as a sports car with 4-wheel drive, the Bronco was mounted on coil springs and outfitted with a V8 engine that could literally take drivers from camping to off roading while offering the style and comfort of a family wagon. Today, this year range of Ford Bronco retails for $25k plus.
Behold the inaugural Ford F-series pickup. Think of it as the crown of America’s trucking obsession. Considering this Ford series has ranked in the best-selling for decades, many pickup truck owners are still firmly planted in the Ford camp thanks to this very vehicle. If you’re lucky enough to find a 1948 Ford F1 for sale, you can expect to pay upwards of $30K depending on condition and customizations.
Looking at this truck, there’s little wonder that it was originally designed in the early 1940’s for military purposes. However, the Dodge Power Wagon caught on in the mainstream market due to its ability to travel virtually anywhere. The impressive 4×4 capabilities of this truck was so good that it there were no revisions until it was discontinued in 1968. If you spot one, expect to pay $45k or more!
It was called the “Super” for good reason. This high-option, everyday use pickup truck boosted unique interior design with a/c, tach dash, power brakes and steering, headliners, and tilt columns. Plus, the exterior could be costoumize with special paint and trim. Find one and expect to pay up to $30k for a model in good condition with lots of options.
