It's not always easy getting breakfast or a snack in when facing the deadlines of being an over the road trucker. This Berry Yogurt Smoothie only takes 5 minutes to put together and is packed with protein to keep you fueled. INGREDIENTS: ¾ cup fresh blueberries ¾ cup fresh blackberries 5.3 ounce package plain Greek [...]
It doesn’t matter if you are moving freight or just driving for your 10 hour work day, being a truck driver can leave you with a lot of aches and pains. A common ailment for truck drivers is achy knees. There are a lot of factors that can create knee pain (inactivity, carrying too much [...]
Being a truck driver definitely, takes it’s toll on the mind and body. While eating a proper diet and getting enough exercise are two important steps to being healthy, they are not the only things drivers should do to stay healthy, especially when they are over the road. 1. Get Enough Sleep Getting enough sleep [...]
Long haul trucking as a career choice has numerous benefits: The trucking industry is stable with opportunities for long term employment; The trucking industry is a vital part of the economy; store shelves would be empty without trucks; The pay scales range from $40,000 to $60,000+ per year depending on experience; There is an ease [...]
Yeah, a truck driver's schedule is hectic but that’s no reason to skip breakfast. Maybe you’re not hungry in the morning, still, that’s no reason to skip breakfast. Not only is a good breakfast good for your health, more importantly, it’ll improve your day and you’ll feel great! Coffee & donuts won’t do for a [...]
After the confusing beginning to our Manitoba spring, it appears that we are finally finished with snow, well . . . at least for now. Summer is quickly coming up on our heels and before we know it we’ll be, once again, complaining about the cold winter. Make the most of the next 5 months [...]
Manitoba always seems to be bustling with a variety of activities to participate in. One thing is for sure, there is never a shortage of things to choose from. Being a truck driver, it can be difficult to make time to participate in these activities, but when your home, it may be good to get [...]
Mark your calendars, set your notifications and don’t forget to treat your wife to something special on Valentine’s Day (February 14th just in case you needed the date). Even if you and your wife have mutually agreed that Valentine’s Day is a fictitious holiday invented by the card and chocolate companies, it’s still nice to [...]
If you’re new to the trucking industry you’ve probably noticed a that you’ve gotten a little more home time this past month than you normally do. While seasoned truck drivers are prepared for the slower freight volumes that come just after the holiday season, new drivers may be wondering what’s going on. Having less freight [...]
Eating healthier is something that truck drivers often think about and with the New Year's Resolutions hot on heals, a lot of us have probably put this on our list. Eating healthier doesn't have to be difficult. With a little planning you can make drastic changes to your eating habits, lose some weight and feel [...]
