ATN: Protein Powder
Q: What's an easy to digest, high quality protein powder that you would recommend? I haven't discussed protein powders in quite a while, as there is a lot of controversy over many of them and their risks vs. rewards. If you eat a balanced diet and live a moderately active lifestyle, protein supplementation likely isn't a concern for you. However, for those who don't eat consistent meals (like drivers with chaotic schedules) or those don't eat a lot of meat, a [...]
Cooking in the Truck
Whether you're looking to get healthy, save money, or just avoid having to rely on restaurants and truck stops, cooking in the truck is a great option and is becoming more and more common amongst drivers. That said, it can be overwhelming to start when we don’t know exactly what to make. Additionally, when you spend your days away from home, it can be hard to have the right necessities to make easy, affordable, healthy meals. Start by restocking your fridge [...]
Supporting your Immune System
Looking to avoid a certain virus right now? Or just want to be able to bounce back from a cold or flu quickly? Whether you’re at home or on the road, most of you will be exposed to the common cold or the flu throughout the year, but I’m going to help you keep your immune system strong so that you’re less likely to catch it, and if you do, your body will be able to recover as quickly as possible! [...]
Getting Healthy in 2020
It’s that time of year again that everyone dreads, the time of post-holiday pressure to lose those extra pounds that made their way onto our hips on over the last couple months. Here’s the thing: if you are wanting to lose a few pounds to feel better and improve your health, it doesn’t have to be as daunting or difficult as you may think. One thing that everyone can agree on after a month of indulging is that putting effort into [...]
2020 Healthy Fleet Challenge just Announced
The first Healthy Fleet Challenge of the New Year was announced this week, and it will kick off on Monday, January 6th! Running until February 7th, it promises 33 days of wellness education, tips, challenges, and more. Individuals from across the industry are invited to join, including drivers, mechanics, office staff, and anyone in between. The 2019 Healthy Fleet Challenges saw a total of 2303 pounds lost, and some new additions to the challenge have us looking forward to another successful [...]
October Challenge: Week 4 (the final week!)
Mini Challenges: Book a health-related appointment you have been putting off. A little outside of our norm, isn't it? I want you to take this seriously, though, as keeping up with your appointments is a way of caring for your body and your health on a deeper level, and will help you strengthen your commitment to your diet and exercise routine as well. So, whether you've been delaying your teeth cleaning, a physical, or could just use a deep-tissue massage it's [...]