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BMW of Roxbury http://www.bmwrox.com RSS Feed for BMW of Roxbury's Blog All-New 2016 BMW X1 Earns Acclaim from Kelley Blue Book Team http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/july/18/all-new-2016-bmw-x1-earns-acclaim-from-i-kelley-blue-book-i-team.htm?locale=en_US
It seems to us at BMW of Roxbury that our esteemed German automaker spared no expense in constructing its subcompact luxury SUV, the 2016 BMW X1. Simply put, it's a stunner from all angles.

Wondering what it is that makes it so? Well, if so, we suggest you pair up with Kelley Blue Book Managing Video Editor Micah Muzio. His evaluation of the X1 is available in the clip below:

Beautifully appointed both inside and out, the X1's sole trim type -- the xDrive28i -- leaves little to be desired.

Standard features include 18-inch wheels, a power liftgate, dual-zone auto climate control, eight-way power front seats, "SensaTec" premium vinyl upholstery, the iDrive infotainment interface, a 6.5-inch display screen, Bluetooth compatibility, as well as a seven-speaker sound system that further adds HD radio, a CD player and a USB port.

If you'd like to meet this subcompact charmer "in the metal," or wish to put one through its paces on the open road, we encourage you to pay us a visit at our Kenvil, NJ location. Upon your stopover, we'll be sure to set you up with a test drive in the X1, or any other BMW model that's ensnared your attention.
 2016-07-18T14:42:58Z BMW Wins Bid to Supply LAPD with 100 Electric Vehicles http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/june/20/bmw-wins-bid-to-supply-lapd-with-100-electric-vehicles.htm?locale=en_US
Here at  BMW of Roxbury, we weren't necessarily surprised to hear that BMW had won its bid to supply the LAPD transportation department with a fleet of 100 pure-electric BMW i3 models, but it did stir a sense of pride in us! After a period of field testing, during which the i3 was compared against other EVs, the LAPD ultimately chose the BMW i3 due to its performance, reliability, and the support of BMW's ConnectedDrive services.

BMW of North America Wins Bid to Supply the L.A.P.D. with 100 BMW i3 #ElectricVehicles: https://t.co/uawS7dBIc6 pic.twitter.com/AuM8fLkGSJ
 — BMW Group (@BMWGroup) June 13, 2016

While we weren't in the room when the decision was made, we do imagine the ultimate deciding factor had to do with the level of support BMW is able to bring to the fleet through its innovative ConnectedDrive services, which the LAPD can use to monitor, communicate with, and ultimately manage the fleet. In addition, BMW already has a wealth of knowledge concerning EV-charging infrastructure, and the abundance of BMW i centers provides the LAPD a convenient and cost-effective way to maintain and service the transportation fleet.

So, while we won't be catching the BMW i3 in any high-speed chases, you can expect to see it serving the community of Los Angeles in many non-emergency capacities, such as officer transportation and during community outreach initiatives.

"We should be thinking green in everything we do — and these new EVs show how local government can lead. Our sustainability plan pushes L.A. to speed adoption of greener practices and technologies, which also save money and resources." –Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti

"The attributes of the BMW i3 position it to excel as the ideal vehicle for municipal organizations. The performance and technical capabilities, such as the BMW i3 's acceleration, and its ConnectedDrive integration, are perfectly suited to transform the future mobility of the Los Angeles Police Department while also reducing their carbon footprint," –Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO of BMW of North America

It's exciting to see all the waves BMW is creating in the automotive world, with the recent introduction of its car-sharing service, ReachNow, the announcement of its BMW VISION NEXT 100, and now, with the adoption of the BMW i3 into the LAPD transportation force. Of course, it doesn't take a fleet to make a difference. If you've been looking for a reason to "go green" with your next vehicle, here's your sign! Give us a call at (877) 261-1664 or swing by our Kenvil showroom to learn more about the BMW i3 and to find out how you can put an order in on one of your own.
 2016-06-20T18:08:30Z Limited-Run BMW M4 GTS Stuns On and Off the Racetrack http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/may/17/limited-run-bmw-m4-gts-stuns-on-and-off-the-racetrack.htm?locale=en_US
If you're someone who appreciates performance both on and off the track, BMW may have engineered the perfect vehicle for you: the special edition BMW M4 GTS, of which only 700 units will be produced. As a vehicle than can do double duty, taking it to the track, then taking you back home without missing a beat, the BMW M4 GTS is certainly a special edition.

One of the things that sets the BMW M4 GTS apart from the rest of the pack is its engine, which is the same six-cylinder in-line turbo engine from the BMW M3/M4, but it uses a water injection system to give it a huge boost in power, sending the M4 GTS sprinting from a standstill to 62 mph in just 3.8 seconds. Another feature sure to delight the performance-minded is the specially tuned three-way M coilover suspension that can be adjusted to individual preference and therefore the demands of different racing tracks.

"Special-edition models like the BMW M3 GT, BMW M3 CSL, BMW M3 GTS and BMW M3 CRT have a decades-long tradition in our mid-size line-up – and that continues with the BMW M4. They sharpen the character of the BMW M brand and embody an emotionally rich and exclusive driving experience. We've taken a radical route with the set-up of the BMW M4 GTS to create a sports machine for the race track that delivers top-end dynamics and inspirational performance. It allows us to demonstrate what is possible today with a road-legal car. Owners can drive their BMW M4 GTS to circuits such as Spa-Francorchamps, the Nürburgring or Laguna Seca – for clubsport events, for example – and then set lap times there that raise the bar to extremely high levels for road-legal cars." –Frank van Meel, CEO of BMW M GmbH

At it's heart, the BMW M4 GTS is a race car that happens to be street-legal. With a lap time of 7.28 minutes around the Nürburgring-Nordschleife, the M4 GTS has definitely earned its place among the BMW M Series lineup. The only thing left to determine is whether you'll be one of the lucky 700 to become original owners of this mighty special-edition driving machine. If your interest has been piqued, come see us at  BMW of Roxbury for more information about how you can throw your name into the ring for the BMW M4 GTS.
 2016-05-17T17:14:58Z Seattle is First Launch Site of BMW Car Sharing Program "ReachNow" http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/may/5/seattle-is-first-launch-site-of-bmw-car-sharing-program-reachnow.htm?locale=en_US
Mobility and mobility needs are changing quickly in America, probably more so in the large metropolises that now dot our nation's map. That's what makes BMW's new car sharing program so timely and unique: it's giving people options that didn't really exist before, options that straddle the line between vehicle ownership and public transportation. Here at  BMW of Roxbury, we think the middle ground is pretty cool. Take a look at the video below for more information.

Though ReachNow has only launched in Seattle, Washington, BMW has said that it intends to expand the service in the coming months, promising to offer more cars, more cities, and more services. The current ReachNow fleet in Seattle is made up of 370 vehicles, both from the MINI brand as well as from the BMW brand, with 30% of the total force comprised of BMW i3 models. This program is a great way for folks to access exceptional BMW vehicles and a personal and convenient driving experience without the extra burden of ownership.

"We are currently witnessing an extremely exciting period in the development of the automotive industry. Our customers rightly expect uncomplicated and fast solutions to their individual mobility needs, especially in metropolitan regions. This is why we are supplementing our classic business model with additional services that make life on the road easier for people in big cities. I am pleased that with the establishment of the ReachNow brand, we are able to offer our customers in Seattle "on-demand mobility" – mobility when it's needed, from one single source. With this service, we are building up on Drive Now, our extremely successful European business model, and bringing it up to a new level in the USA. Seattle is an innovative, internationally-oriented city which makes it the perfect location to launch these services." –Peter Schwarzenbauer, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG

We're proud to see BMW expanding services, mobility, and minds as it launches ReachNow in Seattle, with other cities soon to follow. Now, we still think there's no substitute for the real-deal ownership experience of a great BMW vehicle, but for those who either do not want or are unable to own a vehicle, this program offers a spectacular alternative. If you're looking for your own wonderful BMW ownership experience, come see us in our showroom, located on 840 U.S. 46, Kenvil, where you'll find our professional sales team and a wide selection of new and certified pre-owned BMW vehicles for you to peruse to your heart's content, so come see us today!
 2016-05-05T17:42:49Z Legendary M Performance--Finally, the Legendary M Festival http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/april/21/legendary-m-performance-finally-the-legendary-m-festival.htm?locale=en_US
The BMW M Series ushered in a new era of power and performance for BMW vehicles, and now that power and performance are being celebrated in the sixth annual BMW M Festival, occurring in Nürburgring, Germany on May 27th through the 29th. Tickets are on sale now, so if you're an M Performance fan, don't miss this great opportunity to share in the culture and appreciation among other M Series fans.

The event lasts three days and features a 24-hour race through the "Green Hell," and if you're lucky, you might even get to drive your own BMW M around the legendary Nordschleife. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the BMW M Community at this exclusive annual event in Germany.

If you don't happen to be the proud owner of a BMW M Series vehicle, you can trust  BMW of Roxbury to help you find the perfect M performance vehicle to get your motor running. Come on into our showroom, located on 840 U.S. 46, Kenvil. You can choose from our M Series offerings, or if you're not after quite so much power, take a look at our wide selection of excellent BMW models. If you're a BMW M Series fan, however, don't forget to grab your tickets to the M Festival before they're all sold out.
 2016-04-21T15:28:13Z BMW M2 vs. BMW M4: Who Comes Out On Top? http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/april/18/bmw-m2-vs-bmw-m4-who-comes-out-on-top.htm?locale=en_US

From the moment it debuted late last summer, the BMW M2--the first ever of its ilk--drew some pretty lofty comparisons to entry-level performance models of yore. The real test, however, is seeing how the car actually stacks up to these claims. We got some insight into that recently when MotorTrend pit the new M2 against its more powerful M4 sibling.

That showdown can be seen in the video above in one of the most pulse-pounding real-time driving tests we've seen. Along with MotorTrend editor Jason Cammisa piloting the M2, they also brought along SCCA Hall of Fame inductee Randy Pobst, driving the M4, to see how the two cars stack up. After this epic face off, Cammisa takes the M2 onto the back roads to analyze its road character. To see the take aways, watch the video above.

Want to see how the M2 stacks up to your expectations? Come by our BMW dealership in Kenvil, NJ and ask us to take one for a spin.
 2016-04-18T19:21:59Z Possible BMW M7 Spotted At Last? http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/march/25/possible-bmw-m7-spotted-at-last.htm?locale=en_US

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This year mark's BMW's centennial, and it's kicking it off with some pretty beastly models. In 2016, the Bavarian luxury automakers will launch the first-ever M2, M4 GTS, X1, and 7 Series, in addition to other models not yet announced. One model we're hoping to see is the M7, which has been a pipe dream of enthusiasts for decades.

While the sighting is unconfirmed as an actual M7, the components we see being tested give our eyebrows a bit of a raise. The wheels, for example, are fitted with larger than normal cross drilled disc brakes, the kind of metal you only see on cars with outputs north of 600 hp. Neither the M750i or B7 Alpina have brakes like this, so our guess is that the 7 Series tester spotted is testing more potent components for a future M7.

Will this turn out to be factual? Time will tell. In the interim, we'd like to invite you by our BMW dealership in Kenvil, NJ to learn more about our lineup. Contact us to learn more.
 2016-03-25T20:04:33Z Happy 100 Years, BMW http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/march/18/happy-100-years-bmw.htm?locale=en_US
How do you celebrate your birthday? Stealing 100 BMW cars and stashing them all over the city? Maybe not you, but that's how one marketing company decided to honor BMW's centennial birthday on May 7th 2016; MAYD, a Creative Arts Studio in Hamburg, payed homage to the Bavarian automaker by creating a message of epic proportions. Check out the full advert below and see the daring stunt in action. It isn't a real car-napping, though, so no worries, everything's legal—but it definitely sends a great message.

This clever stunt was pulled off in one night and took advantage of BMW's car-share system, DriveNow, which is offered in select locations in Europe. 100 vehicles were rented simultaneously, then driven to specific locations throughout the city of Hamburg to send a very particular message. Happy 100th birthday, BMW—here's to 100 more.

 At  BMW of Roxbury, we think this crafty tribute is fun, fresh, and exciting, and we're glad to see so many competitors and other companies coming out of the woodwork to congratulate BMW on its centennial achievement. If you feel like celebrating, too, come join us in our Kenvil, NJ showroom to peruse any of the wonderful BMW models we have to offer, and while you're in, feel free to take a test drive and see what 100 years of precision engineering can amount to.

 2016-03-18T14:27:43Z 2016 BMW M2 Wows Reviewers During First Drive Tests http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/february/17/2016-bmw-m2-wows-reviewers-during-first-drive-tests.htm?locale=en_US
Last month, you probably saw quite a few articles about the latest entry-level performance model in the BMW stable, the M2. If you perused these publications, you might have gleaned that drivers were hoping for a return to the halcyon days of the automaker's performance marque. According to first drive reports, that hope was more than fulfilled.

Recently, a deluge of first-drive reports have surfaced online and it's plain to see that the old-school approach to a very new-school model hit home. In the words of Autoblog, the M2 was designed to handle just about whatever a track driver could throw at it, while citing its new 3.0-liter engine as a veritable "torque monster."

We can't wait to try it for ourselves. In the meantime, catch a first drive video below.

Looking for your own Bavarian-bred slice of performance luxury? If so, our BMW dealership in Kenvil, NJ would be more than happy to help make the introductions. Stop by at your convenience to browse our lineup.
 2016-02-17T18:57:46Z BMW Head Up Display is a Feature You Need to See to Believe http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/february/16/bmw-head-up-display-is-a-feature-you-need-to-see-to-believe.htm?locale=en_US
There's a lot too "ooh" and "ah" over in our new BMW inventory at BMW of Roxbury. So much, in fact, that some of the key features in our new model's get overlooked, like innovative safety features like BMW Head Up Display. Take a look at how it works.

The latest generation of Head Up Display can be found in the BMW 7 Series. It's brighter and larger before, reaching up to 12 inches wide across the windshield. While the driver's speed remains permanently within his or her line of sight, the rest of the display is up for customization. Choose from viewing your GPS, Lane Guiding systems, Speed Limit Info, the status of your Active Cruise Control, and even safety features like BMW Night Vision. This kind of technology is not just something you can read about; visit our dealership today to test drive a new model with this feature.
 2016-02-16T14:29:04Z The 2016 BMW M2 Makes a Statement in Detroit http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2016/january/13/the-2016-bmw-m2-makes-a-statement-in-detroit.htm?locale=en_US
 And that statement is:

Tssssssssssss.

Because this new compact luxury sports coupe is a whole new kind of hot--the kind that even the biting chill of a Kenvil, NJ winter can't cool down. And while the 2016 BMW M2 won't be gracing our showroom until the spring, our dreams will be filled with visions of THIS starting right... now.

Sure, the design is groundbreaking and bold, aggressive and smooth, curvaceous and beautiful. But is it just a pretty face?

We're here to assure you: heck no.

It's a pretty face with a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six, with 365 horsepower and 343 pound-feet of torque, and with a 0 - 60 time of just 4.2 seconds. It's a compact luxury coupe with the heart of a sports car, and the roar of a fighter.

The 2016 BMW M2 goes on sale in the spring--will you be the first in line?
 2016-01-13T15:30:31Z Prepare for Roadside Emergencies--or, Avoid Them Altogether http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/november/13/prepare-for-roadside-emergencies-or-avoid-them-altogether.htm?locale=en_US
In life, there are always a few bumps in the road. And when you encounter them in such a way that you end up with a flat tire, you have three options in Kenvil, NJ:

Change the tire yourself--if you have a spare at the ready and all of the proper equipment

Call for a tow and wait on the side of the road

Continue driving for over 90 miles at speeds up to 50 mpg, with run-flat tires on models like the new BMW 328i

Which would you rather choose?

There are extra benefits to run-flat tires, too. They could even save a date gone sour.

Explore the full new model lineup at BMW of Roxbury to browse new BMW technology, standard features, and more.
 2015-11-13T14:38:13Z All Colors of the Rainbow are Represented with the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/october/30/all-colors-of-the-rainbow-are-represented-with-the-bmw-4-series-gran-coupe.htm?locale=en_US
The car and brand you drive says a lot about your personality, but it's not the only thing. The color is what gives your car its personality. While our ancestors had plenty of choices, so long as they liked the color black, we now have an even more diverse color pallet. Whether looking for something more traditional or vibrant, practically every color of the rainbow is represented, especially in the  BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe not only carries dynamic driving capabilities and high-end refinement but provides prospective buyers with plenty opportunities to personalize. Its exterior paints include many vibrant colors to help flex your fun-loving personality. Frozen Bronze metallic, Santorini Blue uni, Dakar Yellow uni, Purple Silk metallic and British Racing Green help make you stand out from the crowd.

If you want to drive something that is both fun to look at and fun to drive, consider joining us at BMW of Roxbury in Roxbury to test drive the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe today.
 2015-10-30T20:01:17Z Get Ready for the All-New BMW 7 Series http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/october/30/get-ready-for-the-all-new-bmw-7-series.htm?locale=en_US

Here at BMW of Roxbury, we simply can't hide our excitement for the brand new 2016 BMW 7 Series!

Re-designed for 2016, the 7 Series takes performance and luxury to another level. As a result, the 7 Series is destined to remain the premier option for drivers seeking a luxury sedan in the Kenvil, NJ area!

As detailed in the clip above, the 7 Series is outfitted with state of the art technology features to help you make the most of your daily driving experience!

For one, the 7 Series features a Carbon Core that's embedded with carbon fiber to reduce curb weight and improve fuel efficiency! Additionally, the 7 Series' impeccably styled interior offers cutting-edge features like gesture control that allows you to adjust settings with just the flick of your wrist!

You can see all the 7 Series has to offer when it joins our new model lineup in the coming months!
 2015-10-30T13:37:24Z The Sun, Cabin Temperature, and the Benefits of Shade http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/august/27/the-sun-cabin-temperature-and-the-benefits-of-shade.htm?locale=en_US
When you leave your car parked out in the sun for a long period of time, it's an uncomfortable affair climbing into the cabin with the stuffy air and all the hot surfaces. However, did you know that the paint color on your vehicle can have a big impact on the interior temperature? The experts at Autotrader went about proving this by putting two similar vehicles - one black and one white - out in the 95-degree summer sun for two hours.

After those two hours were up, they checked the temperature and found something pretty surprising: the black car's cabin temperature was nearly 20 degrees hotter! Then, interestingly enough, they switched on the air conditioning and found that the black car's temperature fell faster though it remained hotter. Check it out for yourself:

Our thoughts? No matter what color your new BMW model happens to be, it's probably best to find a shaded spot. Come in to BMW of Roxbury and we'll help you find the perfect vehicle to exceed all you driving wants and needs.
 2015-08-27T20:07:43Z BMW X1: Cross Over. Power Through. http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/august/27/bmw-x1-cross-over-power-through.htm?locale=en_US
Ready for a luxury car that's ready for some fun? The latest edition of the BMW X1 packs all the performance features and comforts the brand is known for while staying prepared for adventure. That's how BMW coined the phrase "Sports Activity Vehicle." Check out the car's sweet moves and stylish looks in this clip below.

Ready to embrace the unknown? Curious about how a new BMW can help improve your automotive capability? Visit BMW of Roxbury to take advantage on terrific offers on our entire inventory of new and used BMW driving machines.
 2015-08-27T19:33:21Z BMW Schools You in the Art of the Stunning New M4 http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/august/11/bmw-schools-you-in-the-art-of-the-stunning-new-m4.htm?locale=en_US
What if we told you there's a place specifically designed to push your new BMW to its maximum limits? Better yet, what if we showed you? Press play to check out some everyday BMW drivers, like yourself, enjoying a thrilling test drive, then head on over to our Kenvil, NJ BMW dealership to take an admittedly less-thrilling spin.

By offering test drives of the stunning new 2015 BMW M4 and other luxurious high-performance rides, the "M School" at the BMW Performance Center out in California shows you what these models are really all about. You'll want to come over here to our BMW dealership to take a closer look at these fun and exciting rides, so make your way over today.

Take a quick moment to visit us at BMW of Roxbury today and see what all the buzz and excitement is really about.
 2015-08-11T19:06:43Z Discover the Thrills of the Upcoming 2016 BMW X1 http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/august/5/discover-the-thrills-of-the-upcoming-2016-bmw-x1.htm?locale=en_US
When we learned that the 2016 BMW X1 is coming soon, you can bet that we've been on the edge of our seats with excitement from the details we've been learning. If you haven't heard, the next iteration of the compact crossover SUV will be larger than before to allow for more interior space for both passengers and cargo alike. Add on to this a host of safety features like lane-departure warning and automated parking, as well as a powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine hitting 228 horsepower, you've got a crossover that'll make ever drive feel like a new journey. See it in action below:

We'll be seeing the 2016 X1 here at our Kenvil, NJ dealership sometime in the fall of this year, so keep an eye on our selection of new BMW models. Of course, if there's something in our current lineup that's caught your eye, come in to BMW of Roxbury and we'll show it to you up close and personal.
 2015-08-05T18:28:58Z Experience the BMW M-Series like Never Before http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/august/4/experience-the-bmw-m-series-like-never-before.htm?locale=en_US
Behind the wheel, on your very own hot lap.

Picture it. Riding in style in a new BMW M3, M4, M5, or a powerful BMW M6; but not on just any old road in Kenvil, NJ. On the track at one of BMW's infamous Performance Schools.

And it could be you.

With BMW Performance Driving Schools, like the M School, you get trained like a pro by real driving experts. You'll learn to feel the road, ride the corners, and become one with the car.

Oh, yes--school is in session.

What can you look forward to at a Two-Day M School session? Well, along with a once-in-a-lifetime, heart-pounding ride in a fully-outfitted sport sedan or luxury coupe, you'll get a chance to really hone your driving skills, from finding the perfect downshift to drifting around corners like a stuntman. All while benefiting from the expert advice of real BMW professional drivers.

Or, come to BMW of Roxbury to take a test drive and school a new BMW performance vehicle for yourself. We may not have a racetrack, but we do have a friendly, experienced team ready to help you find the perfect new or certified pre-owned vehicle for you.
 2015-08-04T18:44:51Z The Legendary 3 Series Continues to Impress http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/may/7/the-legendary-3-series-continues-to-impress.htm?locale=en_US

For 40 years, BMW's 3 series has been offering drivers the sportiest ride around. Its classic design -- short overhangs, back-shifted greenhouse, rear-wheeled drive, a wide-wheel base and a long hood -- makes this iconic ride easily recognizable to anyone. In its tribute video, BMW asks drivers about their favorite 3 series model. The response is incredible. The purists explain how nothing beats the original, while the performance hungry create hybrids to maximize power. The bottom line? People love the quintessential stylings of this BMW. Check out how die-hard fans express their love for the Ultimate Driving Machine below.

The latest 3 series still boasts the driver-oriented cockpit, extremely sporty suspension and, of course, an engine to get your heart racing. Come check out the vehicle that started it all at BMW of Roxbury in Kenvil, NJ. Our friendly sales associates cannot wait to introduce you to a car that is bound to steal your heart for decades to come.
 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z BMW X5 featured in hilarious new ad http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/april/29/bmw-x5-featured-in-hilarious-new-ad.htm?locale=en_US
There comes a time in every enthusiastic driver's life when the two-doors just simply won't cut it anymore. But for the driver who both needs additional interior space, but does not want to sacrifice exhilarating performance, perhaps the BMW X5 is worth a look. Have a look at the fun new ad on the model, below.

Isn't that funny? And the ad does a great job of showing off the spaciousness of the interior as well, as the model is even equipped with that third row of seating. And there are a ton of tech features included on the interior as well, features like BMW Navigation with iDrive touchpad controlling, comfort access, and a parking assist system is included as well.

And as always, your destination for a test drive of your own on any BMW model here in our Kenvil, NJ area, is our dealership.

 2015-04-29T04:00:00Z Find more freedom behind the wheel with BMW ConnectedDrive http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/april/22/find-more-freedom-behind-the-wheel-with-bmw-connecteddrive.htm?locale=en_US

We're bred from a nation established on freedom principles, so it's about time that star-spangled spiritualism found its home in the cars we drive. Freedom to journey wherever the road takes you is child's play, but the freedom to do what you really want behind the wheel--that is something else entirely. Imagine staying connected with everything you consider important. Imagine having the ability to update, browse, search, drop pin, text, entertain--all resting at your fingertips and sound of your voice. All is possible with BMW's latest innovative technological suite, BMW ConnectedDrive.

There's never been a more equip travel companion. Offering access to a wide range of useful features like Facebook, Pandora and the exclusive BMW ConnectedDrive Driver Assistance, BMW ConnectedDrive transforms the journey into an experience; it revolutionizes the way we look at the traditional drive.

Experience freedom at a whole new level. Join us at BMW of Roxbury in our Kenvil home to test drive any one of our BMW ConnectedDrive equip new BMW models today.
 2015-04-22T04:00:00Z Our Diminutive Dynamo: 2015 BMW X3 http://www.bmwrox.com/blog/2015/march/16/our-diminutive-dynamo-2015-bmw-x3.htm?locale=en_US

Here's a hypothetical from your friends at BMW of Roxbury: does the size of a vehicle necessarily equate to its performance? Well, if our compact crossover, the 2015 BMW X3, has taught us anything ... the answer is, "absolutely not." This pocket-sized powerhouse defies its relatively modest proportions, and instead, wholeheartedly embraces its track-star soul. Have a look at the clip below to see it in action:

Though we just talked up the X3's punchy powertrain in the previous paragraph, it's far from the only winning quality it's got to its name. Nay, this beaut boasts the goods inside, too. There you'll find such awesome amenities as a 40/20/40-split-folding back seat, a leather-wrapped, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and eight-way power-adjustable front seats. Also included is some tremendous tech, like Bluetooth compatibility, the iDrive electronics interface, and a whopping, 12-speaker audio system.

If you'd like to meet this magnificent model "in the metal," or wish to put one through its paces on the open road, we encourage you to pay us a visit at our Kenvil, NJ location. Pop by at your convenience, and we'll get you going with a test drive in the most exceptional X3, or any other BMW model that strikes your fancy.

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What do you get when you combine truly white-knuckle automotive performance with a full, four-door sedan design, and also more than a healthy dose of premium luxury? No, that's not just some sort of automotive wish list; and what you get is the actual description of the amazing new BMW M5. See it in action, below.

Just beautiful, isn't it? And as cohesive and sport-inspired as that exterior is; the interior is equally so. The interior is ideally geared towards controlling the tremendous performance of the drivetrain, and enjoying every moment as well. Taking a more specific look at the drivetrain; the model is powered by a high-rev, 8-cylinder M TwinPower Turbo engine which supplies 575 horsepower.

And with a number of M-specific performance features included as well, enjoying the BMW M5 fully, is entirely possible. Test drive it for yourself now at our Kenvil, NJ dealership.

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Who is ready for football one last time before the fall? We're getting it this Sunday with the Super Bowl, which most of you know, unless you've been completely tuned out for the past few weeks and missed non-stop coverage of "deflategate." Here at BMW of Roxbury, we're hoping for a good game, knowing most people around here in Kenvil, NJ feel that the "anyone but the Patriots" mantra is the way to go.

Well, enough about the game, and onto the ads. BMW is always present in these events, and this year is no different. This time, they're touting a powerful innovation: the BMW i3. The electric vehicle is driven by former Today Show anchors Katie Couric and Bryant Gumbel, who ask how it works, but not before showing a clip of them from 1994 asking how this crazy thing called the internet works.

The point is, when revolutionary technology comes out, it might seem confusing at first, but eventually, it becomes the norm, and that's the hope for BMW and the i3.

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Hotel Sol Bahia, Salvador
- Free WiFi and free parking
Main amenities
- 173 guestrooms
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- WiFi in the lobby
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- 24-hour front desk
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- Air conditioning
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- Pets not allowed
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- Roll-away beds available, charges may apply*
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- Restaurant
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Colin Tyler is Professor of Social and Political Thought, and Director of the Centre for Idealism and the New Liberalism at the University of Hull. He has published widely in political theory and the... Read more
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The XMM Cluster Survey: evidence for energy injection at high redshift from evolution of the X-ray luminosity–temperature relation
Version of Record online: 3 JUL 2012
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Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society
Volume 424, Issue 3, pages 2086–2096, 11 August 2012
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Hilton, M., Romer, A. K., Kay, S. T., Mehrtens, N., Lloyd-Davies, E. J., Thomas, P. A., Short, C. J., Mayers, J. A., Rooney, P. J., Stott, J. P., Collins, C. A., Harrison, C. D., Hoyle, B., Liddle, A. R., Mann, R. G., Miller, C. J., Sahlén, M., Viana, P. T. P., Davidson, M., Hosmer, M., Nichol, R. C., Sabirli, K., Stanford, S. A. and West, M. J. (2012), The XMM Cluster Survey: evidence for energy injection at high redshift from evolution of the X-ray luminosity–temperature relation. Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, 424: 2086–2096. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2966.2012.21359.x
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Old School Punk Reunion, With Psycho Daisies and Others, Tomorrow Night at the Monterey Club
Ooh! What a treat for the kids, Johnny-come-latelys, scenesters, middle-aged fogies and record collector nerds! Anybody into South Florida punk andgarage would be wise to not let this one slip, because on the Monterey's stage this Friday will be three bands who pretty much sum up the last 30-odd years of the local music scene.
Johnny Salton's Psycho Daisies will warp you to Hialeah and back through their acid wash of psychotropic blues-infected garage rock. The Fur Eels will tire out "Screaming" Lisa Nash (she's fronting the Eels and the Daisies) with some genuine rockers. And the fun wraps in the very able hands of Bobby Tak, Ian Hammond and Charlie Pickett, collectively known as the Loose Cannons. (The band has previously been showcased on Crossfade's "MP3 of the Day.") Hey, if you weren't there in the '80s, you can pretend for one night, right? Get show details and check out videos of all the bands after the jump.
The Fur Eels, the Psycho Daisies, and the Loose Cannons. 8 p.m. Friday, March 5. The Monterey Club, 2608 S. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale. Admission is $10; age 21 and up. 954-467-1169; themontereyclub.net
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I then upload it to a centos 5 x86 machine running parallels virtuozzo, and everytime, no matter how i upload it (FTP as binary file, or via parallels management console), the script wont work. When i view the script via parallels management console i see that the LAST, and ONLY the last line, has a weird character in it. If i remove the line terminator from the last line (let the script end at the last printable character) everything works fine.
My questions:
A) why is only the LAST line terminator causing problems?
B) how do i avoid this in the future?


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Stroke, diabetes, and coronary heart disease (CHD) remain leading causes of death in the United States and are largely attributable to lifestyle behaviors. Integrative medicine can provide a supportive partnership that focuses on improving health by identifying and implementing lifestyle changes based upon personal values and goals.
This prospective observational study was designed to assess the effectiveness of an integrative medicine intervention on modifiable disease risk, patient activation, and psychosocial risk factors for stroke, diabetes, and CHD.
Sixty-three adults participated in a 3-day comprehensive, multimodal health immersion program at Duke Integrative Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina. Participants received follow-up education, physician support, and telephonic health coaching between the immersion program and the endpoint 7 to 9 months later.
Psychosocial functioning, read iness to change health behaviors, and risk of developing diabetes, stroke, and CHD were assessed at baseline and endpoint.
Although cardiac risk remained unchanged (P = .19) during the study period, risk of diabetes (P = .02) and stroke (P < .01) decreased significantly. Perceived stress remained unchanged, but improvements were seen in mood (P < .05) and relationship satisfaction (P < .004). Patients became more activated towards self-management of health (P <.001), endorsed greater readiness to change health behaviors (P <.01), and reported increased aerobic exercise (P <.001) and stretching (P = .006) following the intervention.
An integrative health model can help patients become more engaged in self-management of health and support them in making and maintaining healthy lifestyle changes. These findings provide support for use of an integrative health model in adult disease risk reduction.
Stroke, diabetes, and coronary heart disease (CHD) remain leading causes of death in the United States1 and are largely attributable to behavior.2-4 Expert recommendations for disease risk reduction include increasing physical activity, moderating caloric intake, and reducing stress.5-8 Nonetheless, inactivity remains pervasive in the United States, with as much as 62% of the population not participating in any vigorous activity in the span of a year.9 Caloric intake has increased steadily over the past 3 decades,10 and the resulting imbalance between caloric intake and energy expenditure has resulted in an increased rate of obesity and excess weight.1 In addition, a large segment of the population reports negative psychosocial factors—chronic stress, negative mood, and low levels of social support—that contribute to risk of stroke, diabetes, and CHD.11-14
Prospective trials have clearly demonstrated that improvements in diet15 and exercise16 can have a profound impact upon markers for disease risk. Furthermore, recent studies have shown that alternative approaches to stress reduction such as yoga17,18 and meditation19-21 can likewise influence chronic disease risk. Research has shown that improving health behaviors can lead to improvement in overall health and well-being; however, individuals desiring to better their health often face obstacles when it comes to initiating and maintaining changes in behavior. An integrative health model may help overcome these hurdles through supportive patient partnerships that focus on identifying and implementing lifestyle changes based upon personal values and goals. Integrative health professionals trained in coaching can support and promote this process by building trusting relationships with patients that encourage personal growth, enhance motivation, and promote self-efficacy.22
There has been only limited investigation into the effectiveness of a patient-centered program that combines multiple strategies into a whole-person paradigm for disease risk reduction.23,24 Accordingly, the aim of the current study was to evaluate patient outcomes from an integrative health program designed to provide holistic, patient-centered care and incorporate conventional and complementary medicine approaches for the reduction of chronic disease risk.
A prospective observational study design was used to assess changes in modifiable disease risk, patient activation, and behavioral and psychosocial measures after an integrative medicine health program. This program included two principal components: a 3-day health immersion phase conducted at an academic integrative medicine facility and a support phase consisting of telephonic health coaching and monthly didactic sessions on health topics. The research protocol was approval by the Duke University Medical Center Institutional Review Board.
Participants included 63 individuals (33 male and 30 female) who provided written informed consent and attended a discounted, self-paid 3-day health immersion program at Duke Integrative Medicine. Participation was limited to members and employees of an early retirement community in South Carolina, all literate in English and 18 years of age or older. Individuals were excluded if they were pregnant, had severe psychiatric disease, a cognitive impairment (eg, dementia, Alzheimer's disease), or other conditions that would limit their ability to provide informed consent.
During the health immersion, participants spent 3 days at the Integrative Medicine center, participating in a variety of conventional and complementary therapies including nutritional counseling, acupuncture, massage, exercise training, yoga, and mind-body therapy (Table 1). Classes and individual consultations focused on topics identified on the Duke Integrative Medicine (IM) Wheel of Health (Figure 1).25 This model centers on mindfulness and includes topics related to both professional care (eg, pharmaceuticals/supplements, preventive medicine, and conventional/CAM treatments) and self-care (eg, mind-body connection, movement/exercise, nutrition, physical environment, relationships, and personal growth/spirituality). A team of health care providers worked with each participant individually to develop a personalized health plan26 corresponding to the 10 integral areas of health identified on the Wheel of Health (Figure 1). During the 3 days, participants also met with health coaches to reflect on personal goals and values as well as to refine and implement the health plan. Thus by the end of the immersion, participants had established a comprehensive multimodal plan for implementing lifestyle changes.
After completing the health immersion, participants were provided with follow-up integrative health coaching (IHC) by telephone. IHC is a relatively recent addition to the field of coaching.22 The IHC model builds upon elements of life coaching such as appreciative inquiry27 and motivational interviewing28 and in addition helps patients explore motivation to move toward whole-person health as conceptualized by the Wheel of Health (Figure 1). Specifically, IHC strives to link desired lifestyle changes with personal values and mission.
Masters-level professionals trained in IHC performed the health coaching and provided participants with support and guidance in implementing their personalized health plans. The support phase included five 30- to 40-minute one-on-one phone calls during the 31- to 37-week period. Participants initiated calls at agreed-upon times convenient to both coaches and participants. Within the first 2 months of the support phase, participants also were offered a 30-minute phone consultation with their integrative physicians. This phone call provided an opportunity for physicians to address patient questions, update participants on baseline lab results, and explain results from Know Your Number (KYN) disease risk assessments (Biosignia, Inc, Durham, North Carolina; see Measures). Participants also were provided with eight monthly education lectures that were delivered in person by Duke IM clinicians in the participants' home communities. Lectures provided general preventive health education and further expanded upon the Wheel of Health concepts learned in the 3-day health immersion program (Table 2).
Primary outcomes included 5-year risk of developing diabetes, stroke, and CHD, as estimated by the KYN disease assessment tool. The KYN tool calculates disease risk using a multivariate, meta-analytic disease model that incorporates biological measures and information provided by a comprehensive patient questionnaire (demographics, disease history, family history, and behavioral measures; Table 3).29,30 The model provides estimates of relative risk (5-year absolute risk relative to a peer group matched for age and gender), modifiable risk (level of 5-year risk that can be altered by behavior), and absolute risk (probability of disease expression within 5 years). The KYN patient questionnaire was completed online within the 2 weeks preceding the health immersion (baseline) and during the 2 weeks before the follow-up appointment 7 to 9 months later (endpoint). The biological measures included in the KYN profile were collected in a fasting state on the first day of the immersion and again at the follow-up appointment. Approximately 2 weeks after baseline and endpoint, participants received information on their 5-year disease risk.
Biological outcome measures included blood pressure (BP), resting pulse, height, weight, body composition, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, fasting glucose, lipid profile, and high sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP). BP was measured on the left arm, using a manual sphygmomanometer.31,32 Participants were directed to sit quietly for 5 minutes before the first measurement. The radial pulse was taken for 30 seconds after completing the BP, and a second BP and pulse were taken 2 minutes later. Height was measured twice consecutively. Duplicate measurements of pulse, blood pressure, and height were averaged. Body weight was taken on a Tanita Scale (TBF-310GF; Tanita Corporation, Arlington Heights, Illinois) with participants in light indoor clothing and without shoes; participants were asked to fast 12 hours prior to measurements and void before weighing. Body mass index was calculated as weight in kg divided by height in meters squared. Waist circumference was measured in triplicate and averaged according to the method used by Canoy et al.34 All blood samples were collected after participants had fasted for 12 hours. Blood assays were carried out by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments–certified Duke University Health System core laboratory.
The BMS35 includes three five-item subscales for assessment of depression, anxiety, and anger during the previous 1-week period. The BMS has been shown to be valid and reliable.35-37 In the present study, Cronbach's α for anger, anxiety, and depression subscales were 0.82, 0.85, and 0.90, respectively.
The RSAT assesses the level of satisfaction or dissatisfaction felt by the participant in reference to their closest personal relationship; it was selected for the current study as an indicator of social support. This five-item scale demonstrates good convergent and discriminate validity.35 Responses were measured on a Likert scale with anchors of satisfied and dissatisfied. Cronbach's α was 0.97 in the present study.
The 13-item PAM was used to assess patients' knowledge, skill, and confidence toward self-management of health. Higher scores on this measure have consistently been associated with healthy behavior, health information seeking, and readiness to change in both healthy and chronically ill populations.40-43 The PAM has been shown to be both valid and reliable.41 Cronbach's α was 0.77 in the present study.
A six-item RTC questionnaire was designed for this study to assess readiness to change44 in the areas of weight reduction, exercise, smoking cessation, diet, stress management, and meditation. The items have independently demonstrated construct validity in previous studies.45-48
Exercise behavior was measured with a brief questionnaire that assessed frequency of aerobic exercise (≥20 minutes duration), stretching (≥15 minutes duration), and muscular strengthening exercise (≥20 minutes duration). Available responses included fewer than once per month, one to two times per week, three to four times per week, and five or more times per week.
The 20-item WHQ, designed for this study, was used to assess whether participants integrated aspects of the intervention into multiple domains of living. Measured dimensions included movement and exercise, nutrition, physical environment, relationships, personal growth and spirituality, mind-body connection, preventive medicine, conventional and CAM treatments, pharmaceuticals/supplements, and mindfulness. Performance and satisfaction in each of the 10 dimensions of the Wheel of Health were measured on a 1-to-10 scale anchored by the descriptors "low" and "high." All dimensions were summed to create subscores for WHQ performance and WHQ satisfaction.
An intention-to-treat analysis was conducted, based upon the 63 participants who were enrolled in the study, attended the 3-day immersion, and completed any assessment at baseline. The last observation was carried forward to replace endpoint values for those participants with missing data. Baseline and endpoint data were excluded (pairwise) in the cases where a participant's baseline questionnaire was incomplete. Analyses were performed using SPSS version 17 (SPSS, Chicago, Illinois). All data except for total cholesterol and HDL cholesterol were non-normally distributed as measured by the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test with Lilliefors Significance Correction and Shapiro-Wilk test (P < .05)49,50; therefore, all P-values were determined using the nonparametric Wilcoxon Signed Rank test.51 Statistical significance was set at the P < .05 level.
Participants ranged in age from 33 to 73 years with a mean age of 59.6 (SD = 8.2). The sample was near equally divided between men and women and consisted predominantly of white individuals who reported relatively high levels of education and income. Thirty-three percent of participants had metabolic syndrome at baseline as defined by the International Diabetes Federation.52 Descriptive statistics on the demographic characteristics of this sample are listed in Table 4.
During the support phase, participants completed a median of two of the five available health coaching calls and used an average of 101.0 minutes of total coaching per person (50.5% of available session time). Six of the initial 63 participants were lost to contact or unavailable for the endpoint data collection.
When matched for gender and age with a national sample, the median 5-year relative risk percentile at baseline was well below average at 7% (SD = 20.1%) for coronary heart disease, 16% (SD = 24.1%) for diabetes, and 25% (SD = 28.8%) for stroke.
Five-year median modifiable risk of diabetes shifted (P = .02) from 0.37% (SD = 2.55%) at baseline to 0.16% (SD = 2.98%) at endpoint (Figure 2); median stroke risk decreased (P < .01) from 0.37% (SD = 2.09%) to 0.23% (SD = 2.32%). Median CHD risk declined from 0.95% (SD = 1.30%) to 0.72% (SD = 1.97%). Although the reduction in median CHD risk is nearly equal in magnitude to that of diabetes and stroke risk, the change in coronary risk was not statistically significant (P = .17) due in part to an upward shift in CHD risk variability (interquartile range of 0.23-1.73 at baseline to 0.20-1.87 at endpoint).
The change in 5-year absolute risk of diabetes was nonsignificant with a decrease in median risk from 1.28% (SD = 2.87%) at baseline to 1.06% (SD = 3.31%) at endpoint. Median absolute risk of CHD also declined slightly (nonsignificant) from 1.91% (SD = 2.42%) to 1.82% (SD = 2.96%). In contrast, the absolute risk of stroke decreased significantly (P = .02) from a median of 1.28% (SD = 2.87%) at baseline to 1.06% (SD = 3.30%) at endpoint.
Biomarkers for disease risk, including BMI (P = .008), waist circumference (P = .003), and pulse (P < .001) improved significantly across the study period (Table 5). Total cholesterol increased significantly during the study (P = .007). Systolic blood pressure (P = .237), diastolic blood pressure (P = .095), HDL cholesterol (P = .109), glucose (P = .300), and CRP (P = .068) did not change.
These data represent intention-to-treat analyses (n = 63); however, analyses including only completers (n = 57) yielded similar results (data not shown) for all outcomes measured.
Participants experienced a highly significant increase (P < .001) in activation (PAM) during the study period (Table 6), and measures of psychosocial function, including anger, anxiety, depression, and relationship satisfaction, improved significantly (P < .05). Importantly, baseline activation (PAM) in completers was not significantly correlated with change in risk of stroke (bivariate r = 0.09), diabetes (bivariate r = 0.20), and CHD (bivariate r = –0.12).
Analyses also demonstrated highly significant (P < .001) improvements in the median frequency of aerobic exercise and readiness to change (RTC) for stress reduction and mental focus. Strengthening exercise and exercise stage of change remained unchanged, although all other behavioral measures also improved significantly (P < .05) (Table 7). Finally, measures of intervention integrity, including WHQ health performance and satisfaction increased significantly (P < .001), as shown in Tables 6 and and77.
To our knowledge, this is the first study to evaluate an integrative health model that combines an intensive 3-day health immersion and personalized health plan with follow-up education and physician and coaching support. Integrative medicine builds upon concepts of self-determination theory and emphasizes the individual's role in health.53 For a patient-centered program, one of the key objectives of the current intervention was to help individuals establish health and wellness goals that were based upon their own personal values. A second and equally important objective was to partner with patients in achieving self-stated goals.
Our findings indicate that although cardiac risk remained unchanged, modifiable risk factors for diabetes and stroke decreased significantly across the intervention. While the magnitude of change may appear less than significant from an epidemiological standpoint, it is notable that participants demonstrated improvements in spite of floor effects commonly observed among relatively healthy populations. In addition, multiple psychosocial and behavioral measures improved and participants became more activated towards self-management of health. Significant improvements in patient activation indicate that participants became more confident in making and maintaining healthy lifestyle changes. Importantly, baseline activation did not mediate the changes in modifiable risk. Rather, the intervention itself appears to have activated patients to change lifestyle behavior and reduce risk.
The mean BMI of participants at baseline was near the normal range at 26.8, so many patients sought to maintain an already healthy weight rather than include weight loss among their health goals. Maintenance of a healthy weight represents a clinically relevant outcome in and of itself since body mass tends to increase through the sixth decade of life and such increases are related to high absolute risk of disease and mortaility.54 Participants lost 0.9 kg (approximately 2 lbs; mean = 80.5, SD = 21.3 to mean = 79.6 SD = 21; P = .01) across the intervention; however, even moderate weight loss has been associated with improvements in risk factors for cardiovascular disease and diabetes.55-57 Furthermore, each kilogram of weight loss is on average associated with a decrease in incidence of diabetes by 16%58 and a reduction in systolic blood pressure of 1.0 to 2.4 mm Hg.59
While short-term improvements in KYN disease risk measures may appear modest, the KYN model did not account for the potential long-term benefits that can result from reduced anger, anxiety, and depression and increased social support. Such psychosocial and quality of life measures have shown utility in predicting future health status and mortality.60,61 High levels of anger, anxiety, and depression have been associated with risk of cardiovascular disease62 and stroke.63 Hence, the reduction in anger, anxiety, and depression and improvement in WHQ satisfaction and performance may represent long-term benefits not captured by the KYN disease risk model.
A significant drop in mean BMI and waist circumference and an increase in aerobic exercise frequency (Tables 5 and and6)6) explain the decrease in modifiable diabetes risk, as calculated by the KYN disease assessment tool (Table 3). Improvements in BMI and exercise frequency also accounted for the drop in modifiable risk of stroke after the intervention. In contrast, the CHD risk-reducing effects of decreased BMI and increased exercise level were counterbalanced by increases in total cholesterol; these counterbalanced effects explain the lack of improvement in modifiable CHD risk.
The increase in cholesterol observed in the study was interesting since total cholesterol does not increase appreciably with age during the fifth and sixth decades of life.64 It is not clear which factors contributed to the mean increase in cholesterol; however, a portion of the change can be attributed to three participants whose total cholesterol increased by more than 79 mg/dL each. One of these was diagnosed with cancer and experienced a notable increase in body mass, the second participant increased weight by 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) and discontinued a lipid lowering medication, and the third participant gained 0.9 kg (2 lbs) but otherwise reported no notable changes.
Resting pulse was not part of the disease risk algorithm; nonetheless, it decreased significantly between baseline and endpoint, probably related to improved exercise level reflecting better fitness and cardiovascular conditioning.
Patient activation at baseline did not predict the variability in disease risk reduction. This result is consistent with the intervention's personalized approach to lifestyle change. The health immersion and follow-up coaching were tailored to the participant's baseline level of motivation and engagement. Clinicians and coaches worked within this context to enhance patient engagement and accomplish patient-stated goals. These results are encouraging from the standpoint that participants were able to achieve disease risk reduction regardless of baseline level of activation. The increases in PAM seen in the present study can be benchmarked against a previous intervention that also used tailored telephonic coaching as a disease management strategy. Both studies demonstrated significant increases in mean PAM scores; however, the current study showed an increase in score of 8.4 (68.3 at baseline to 76.7 at endpoint) compared to an increase of 4.6 (64.3 at baseline to 68.9 at endpoint) in the benchmark trial.65
The moderate utilization of telephonic coaching (50.5% mean utilization of available coaching) is of interest. It contrasts with two of our other studies that used the same approach and even some of the same coaches; in these two RCT studies, telephonic coaching adherence was 74%26 and 93%.66 Possible explanations for the utilization differences in the present study include the following: (1) The study intervention offered "optional" IH coaching whereas coaching was much more strongly encouraged in the other two intervention studies; (2) distinct demographics in the present study (ie, older population with fewer women, minorities, and persons of low or moderate socioeconomic status) compared to the previous trials; and (3) according to the treatment team and lead physician, the present sample was composed of "high achievement–oriented individuals, many of whom wanted a personalized health plan and then acted on it independently." Hence, it appears that latent factors such as motivation, personality (eg, Type A), and life experiences (many executives) contributed to the lower level of coaching utilization.
The improvements in disease risk biomarkers seen here are somewhat less extensive then those reported from intensive multimodal lifestyle interventions such as those conducted by Daubenmier et al23 and Ornish et al.24 There are, however, substantive differences between the present intervention and previous lifestyle trials. Namely, the current intervention was significantly shorter in duration and intensity. In addition, the current trial was conducted among a sample with lower initial disease risk. Given the rapidly growing cost concerns in health care, it is reasonable to evaluate outcomes in the context of program duration and intensity. Within this context, the results of the current study are notable since they were achieved with a 3-day intervention plus fewer than 4 hours of telephonic follow-up. In contrast, the Lifestyle Heart Trial conducted by Ornish et al24 employed a 7-day retreat with 4-hour twice-weekly group support meetings lasting for 1 year.
The lifestyle changes in the present study are comparable to those of a previous controlled trial that tested the effects of an integrative intervention with health coaching26 on cardiovascular risk. The current study was conducted in a healthier population, utilized less coaching, and capitalized on the added benefit of a 3-day health immersion. Both studies, however, demonstrated similar baseline-to-endpoint improvements in readiness to lose weight and increase physical activity, frequency of exercise, and reduction in BMI.
Future study of integrative health models of care would benefit from RCT designs with larger samples. There is also a need to further explore the mechanisms of behavior change and the dose effect of these interventions. Finally, from a cost-effectiveness perspective, it may be useful to clarify which aspects of the program are most effective for which participants.
The principle limitations of this study were low sample diversity, moderate sample size, and the observational study design. The intervention demonstrated effectiveness among a sample of relatively healthy older adults who were predominantly white and reported income and education well above the median. It is yet to be seen if these findings will generalize to other populations. A self-selection bias may have also influenced the results; participants who elected to take part in this study may have had stronger motivation to change health behaviors. However, selection bias is not evident based on initial patient activation scores, which are in fact slightly below the normative mean of 69 observed among employed adults.40 Also, the observational study design, though appropriate for exploratory purposes, does not account for the influence of expectancy or the natural course of health. Finally, analysis of mean changes in heterogeneous groups presents a challenge since large sample variability can mask important shifts in subsets of individuals. This warrants further study utilizing methods such as structural equation modeling and path analysis to assess individual differences and determine patterns of change.
Health behavior changes were accompanied by an improvement in patient activation and psychosocial measures (anger, anxiety, depression, relationship satisfaction) and a decrease in modifiable risk of stroke and diabetes. This suggests that an integrative health model can help patients become more engaged in self-management of health and support them in making and maintaining healthy lifestyle changes.
The authors would like to thank Shin-Yiing Yeung, BS; Tracey Hawkins, BA; Lesley Chapman, BS; and Marius Kluenger, BS; for their assistance in data collection; Julie D. Pruitt, MS, RD; Bill Kraus, MD; Connie Bales, PhD; and ActivHealth for the use of their online health education materials; Timothy Smith, PhD; Mark Ruby; Guizhou Hu, MD, PhD; and Biosignia for technical assistance and use of the Know Your Number assessment; Linda Smith, PA, for intervention program oversight; Janna Fikkan, PhD; and Mark Dreusicke, BS; for manuscript editing; the Cliffs Communities for financial and recruitment support; Holbrook Raynal, MD, DHA, and the Preserve Health team for providing facilities and support for endpoint data collection; the Ripple Foundation for infrastructure funding of the Duke Integrative Medicine (IM) research team; and the Duke IM clinicians who supported this program: Sam Moon, MD, MPH; Shelley Wroth, MD; Evangeline Lausier, MD; Louise Goldstein, RN; Jeff Brantley, MD; Beth Reardon, MS, RD; Janet Shaffer, LAc; Jennifer Davis, MA, LPC; Jeanne Van Gemert, MA, LPC; Jessica P. Wakefield, MA, LPC; Julie Kosey, MS, CPCC; Kerry Little, MA, CPCC; JoAnna Stange, BA, CPCC; Faith Seay, RN; Mary Peterson, MA; and Noah St John, MS. This study was funded in part by The Cliffs Communities, Inc, and in part by the Ripple Foundation. The paper was supported by grant K99 AT004945 from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine to J. M. Greeson, and its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the NIH.
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In His Own Words: President Obama Wants Higher Energy Prices
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Higher gas prices mean higher prices for food and every other basic necessity that has to transported.
Is this what Obama wanted in order to create his "green" Utopia? Working families having to choose between filling the tank or putting food on the table? Going on unemployment because the commute to work costs more than they make? Â Haven't struggling American families suffered enough?
Apparently not enough for Obama. Â He takes no responsibility at all, blaming anything and everything except his own policies:Â blocking the Keystone XL pipeline, reducing leases to drill on federal lands, holding up over half of all deep water drilling permits, effectively shutting down the Gulf, strangling EPA regulations, blocking offshore drilling in Alaska, leaving us at the mercy of psychotic Middle East regimes like Iran…and the list goes on.
However, the Washington Examiner reports, the Narcissist-in-Chief refuses to admit that his policies are to blame:
President Obama does not "accept responsibility" for high gas prices, his spokesman indicated today, arguing that Obama has done everything he could to bring down the price of oil and blaming the high gas prices on oil price increases caused by global factors.
He's also claiming that there's "no magic wand" or "magic beans" to bring gas prices back down, as if our energy policies were completely out of his control and his critics were actually demanding "magic" as the solution.
I don't know whether to be insulted that he thinks the American people are stupid enough to fall for this excuse, or aghast that a sitting president could be clueless enough to believe it himself.
Even worse, Obama is doubling down on "green investments" even though the last 12 companies he "invested" taxpayer money in were a complete bust (Solyndra, anyone?).
…if the American people think Obama hasn't done everything possible to buffer oil shocks, there's reason: He hasn't.
The administration on Tuesday blamed last month's shelving of the Keystone XL pipeline on "political†acts by Republicans in Congress. In fact, Obama ditched Keystone — which would have brought Canadian crude oil to Gulf Coast refineries — to keep his greenie base happy.
And the pipeline is but one of many Team Obama decisions that have left America's oil supply more vulnerable to the vagaries of world events.
* Under Obama, the American Petroleum Institute notes, leases on federal lands in the West are down 44 percent, while permits and new well drilling are both down 39 percent, compared to 2007.
* In the wake of the BP oil spill, Obama shut down most Gulf of Mexico drilling; there's been a 57 percent drop in monthly deepwater permits over the last three years, according to the Greater New Orleans' Gulf Permit Index.
* The EPA continues to block drilling off the coast of Alaska — where an estimated 27 billion barrels are waiting to be tapped.
And that's not even the complete list.
Ben Shapiro warns at Big Government that this could send an already weak economy into a double-dip recession:
With the news today that gas prices have hit $6 per gallon in some areas of Florida – and a brief drive around the Los Angeles area will show you gas prices nearing the $5 range regularly – Americans may need to begin considering what they will do if the economy takes another nose dive.
This isn't alarmism. Oil price rises of this magnitude have repeatedly done severe damage to the American economy, most recently during the summer of 2008. Economist James Hamilton of the University of California, San Diego, elucidates:
Big oil price increases that were associated with events such as the 1973-74 embargo by the Organisation of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries, the Iranian Revolution in 1978, the Iran-Iraq War in 1980, and the First Persian Gulf War in 1990 were each followed by a global economic recession. The price of oil doubled between June 2007 and June 2008, a bigger price increase than in any of those four earlier episodes.
Hamilton's economic models suggest that we could have predicted the GDP for 2008 by looking at oil prices almost exclusively. His statistical model was so strong that he actually admitted he didn't believe it himself.
The logic here is simple. When oil prices rise, Americans don't have enough money left over to pay for other items. Raises in oil prices cause inflation in food prices and secondary industries. That, in turn, sucks even more disposable income out of the economy. Eventually, people don't have the money to buy new houses or pay their mortgages – especially people who took out mortgages too large and were living paycheck to paycheck. Boom.
Tyler Durden at ZeroHedge warns that "$200 Oil Is Coming As Central Banks Go CTRL+P Happy":
We have been saying it for weeks, and today even the WSJ jumped on the bandwagon: the sole reason why crude prices are surging (RIP European profit margins: with EUR Brent at a record, we can only assume the ECB will pull a 2011 and hike rates in 3-4 months even as it pumps trillions in PIIGS, banks bailout liquidity) is because global liquidity has risen by $2 trillion in a few short months, on the most epic shadow liquidity tsunami launched in history in lieu of QE3 (discussed extensively here in our words, but here are JPM's). Luckily, the market is finally waking up to this, and just as world central banks were preparing to offset deflation, they will instead have to deal with spiking inflation, because the market may have a short memory, it can remember what happened just about this time in 2011. And the problem is that when it comes to the inflation trade, the market, unlike in most other instances, can be fast – blazing fast, at anticipating what the central planning collective's next step will be, after all there is only one. And if Bank of America is correct, that next step could well lead to the same unprecedented economic catastrophe that we saw back in 2008, only worse: $200 oil. Note - this is completely independent of what happens in Iran, and is 100% dependent on what happens in the 3rd subbasement of the Marriner Eccles building. Throw in an Iran war and all bets are off. Needless to say, an epic deflationary shock will need to follow immediately, just as in 2008, which means that, in keeping with the tradition of being 6-9 months ahead of the market, our question today is – which bank will be 2012's sacrificial Lehman to set off the latest and greatest deflationary collapse and send crude plunging to $30 just after it hits $200.
Is Obama solely responsible for central banks all over the world pumping the markets with monopoly money and keeping interest rates artificially low? Â No. Â But he IS responsible doing everything he can to obstruct energy development here at home, and for the disastrous Keynesian monetary policies being implemented by Bernanke and Co.
Hyperinflation is on its way thanks to government meddling in the free market, and it's the poor and middle classes who will feel the most pain when it hits.
STUNNING REPORT: Price of a gallon of gas jumps 10 cents DURING live interview about high gas prices!
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