Family Time: Events, Holidays and things to do in June
June is here and summer is in full swing. Winnipeg and Manitoba have plenty of fun family activities to enjoy, both inside and outside of the perimeter.
Family Time: Events, Holidays and things to do in May
Finally, and hopefully, winter has decided to finally leave us Winterpeggers alone for a little while. Winnipeg, and Manitoba for that matter is always hopping with fun, family activities that you can get the whole extended family involved in. Interesting Events to Check Out Dinosaurs Alive! Dates: May 18, 2017 - October 31, 2017 (Recurring [...]
Tips for Using a Slow Cooker in the Truck
For over-the-road truck drivers, things like eating healthy, staying on budget for food and even finding a meal can be difficult. It’s not good for your health or wallet to be eating out three times or choosing your next meal from a vending machine. We know that not all of you have used a slow [...]
Berry Yogurt Smoothie on the Run
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 [...]
Alleviate Knee Pain with these Stretches
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 [...]
Stay Healthy on the Road with these 5 Tips
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 Driving: is it right for you?
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 [...]
For Your Sake & Ours – Eat Some Dang Breakfast, Driver
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 [...]
Great Things to do with Your Family this May
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 [...]
Great Local Events to Check Out this Month
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 [...]