How to keep truck drivers healthy on road
                     How to keep truck 
drivers healthy on 
road
Introduction
Commercial truck driving is a difficult job. After all, this job requires days or 
weeks of traveling on an open road which can really have a toll on health and 
mind. These tips can help to combat the negativity in the best possible 
manner.
So pay attention as closely as possible.
Consider joining a 
wellness program
Wellness programs are proven to be an effective method for maintaining a 
healthy lifestyle. They can really help a lot in providing support to truck drivers, 
and can also help to form healthy habits or reduce the effects of chronic 
illnesses (if any). So consider signing up for one. 
It can really help you a lot in the long run.
DO NOT drive for 
hours at a stretch
Commercial truck driving is a hectic job. Driving for hours at a stretch 
can have a significant effect on your nerves which can directly or 
indirectly affect your driving for. So consider having constructive breaks 
in between.
Plan your meals 
around driving 
routes
Meal planning is an effective way to stay on track with counting calories. A majority of 
truckers eat on the run which can really make planning difficult. It’s therefore 
advisable to use technologies like GPS to do the perfect meal planning during the 
drive. It does help.
Note: Avoid consumption of junk food. Healthy snacks such as hard boiled eggs, 
veggies, crunchy fruits, yogurt, and others are more advisable.
Develop a stable 
sleep schedule
According to the studies conducted by the National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration (NHTSA), sleep deprivation factors into almost 
1,550 fatalities and 100,000 vehicle accidents a year. The human body 
needs around 7-8 hours of rest a day to revitalize itself. Make sure you 
get that.
Socialize to improve 
mental health
Commercial truck driving can mean days, weeks or even months away 
from near and dear ones. Too much isolation can result in depression 
and anxiety, which, in turn can heavily affect driving skills. The advice is 
to socialize with friends and family (whenever there’s a window of 
opportunity) to curb the feeling of isolation.
No alcohol
Alcohol numbs the senses and the reaction time of the driver. It’s 
therefore advisable to keep all alcoholic beverages at bay especially 
during driving.
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