It takes a special kind of person to be a truck driver. You need character, toughness, and a healthy attitude towards life on the road. Trucking is tough, there’s no doubt about it. Working long hours alone on a different schedule than most other people has the potential to lead to some unhealthy habits. Did you know that nearly 9 out of 10 truckers have at least one risk factor (smoking addiction, obesity, hypertension, etc) for chronic disease? If you follow a few simple healthy living tips, you’ll improve your quality of life and live to see another day in the trucking business.

If you follow a few simple healthy living tips, you’ll improve your quality of life and live to see another day in the trucking business.

Tips for Healthy Living on the Road

• Eat smart!

As a trucker, your diet likely consists of fast food and late-night diner meals. However, eating these often greasy and unhealthy foods can make you drowsy and give you acid reflux and heartburn. Although it takes some extra effort, try packing your own meals in a cooler at least a few times a week and try swapping out the greasy snacks for healthy options, like fruits, veggies, and nuts. (more…)