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Krueger

https://newjobs4you.com/blogs/trucking-tips/healthy-food-for-truckers/

It’s got some good tips on what snacks to keep in your cab, like apples, oranges, etc.

I think this is important stuff, because we all know how hard it is to stay fit and healthy when we’re driving long hours and living out of our trucks. I’ve been trying to follow some of these suggestions, but I’m not gonna lie, it’s tough. Sometimes I just crave a burger and fries 🤪.

So I’m wondering if any of you have some more advice on how to eat healthy. What do you do to beat temptation?

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Aiden

02.14.2025

Since I have learned that my cholesterol is high, I am trying to be more careful about my food. I don't buy ready-made food in cafes or parking lots (only when I'm super busy). Shop at supermarkets, read the ingredients carefully to avoid sugar.

Frank / Support NJ4Y

02.14.2025

Cook your meals at home. Vacuum seal them and then freeze them. Warm up your healthy meal and enjoy. You won't have to worry about cooking while on the road.

Figueroa

02.14.2025

I always try to find at least 30 minutes to cook myself a meal. It is very important to add a lot of protein to your diet. Lately I am obsessed with salmon+ fresh salad add some chickpeas, avocado that's so yummy. Be careful with avocado cause of calories.

Coleman

02.14.2025

Try to avoid excessive sugar consumption, for example, I want to sleep terribly after sweets or high-calorie food. I always keep low-carb tortillas, canned tuna, vegetables, yogurt in stock. This is a great option for breakfast and lunch. If you don't like tuna, you can replace it with chicken or even meat.

Haider

02.14.2025

I prefer a bagel with hummus and a boiled egg for breakfast, it's very filling. If I want something sweet, I use yogurt with berries and nuts, you can add granola for example.

Kaufman

02.13.2025

If you think that cereal bars are a good and healthy option for a snack, you are so wrong. Almost all of them contain a lot of chemicals and flavor enhancers, sugar. It is better to eat a little nuts or dates.

Newton

02.13.2025

I recommend stocking up on a lot of canned goods, especially tuna, sardines, mussels and salmon. You can always make a quick and quite healthy lunch out of this. You can make a sandwich or just add it to a salad.

Stuart Padilla

02.13.2025

I wanna try to cook potato soup tomorrow according to the recipe from the article. It seems quite simple and fast. Has anyone tried it yet, what do you think?

Esme

02.13.2025

You can find healthy food at the truck stops. I often see small cups with fruits and berries there, but they are quite expensive. If you are saving money like me, then just shop at Walmart once a week

Trystan

02.13.2025

I never liked cottage cheese before. But if you add a banana, nuts and a little honey or jam, it's incredibly delicious. Now I always buy several packages at once.You can freeze it if you need. By the way, the salty version is also excellent: cottage cheese + whole grain bread + cucumber + salmon.

Lorcan

02.11.2025

I have been really struggling with hunger the last few weeks. I eat low calorie meals but sometimes I am still starving. Can you recommend any quick snack options?

Dorsey

02.11.2025

I love snacking on frozen berries and mango, carrots and humus, apples etc… they’re low in calories and definitely help with curving the hunger. And you don’t need to waste time on cooking.

Meyers

02.08.2025

My top products that I always keep in stock: low cal tortillas, fat free mozzarella sticks, sugar free pudding and canned peaches.

Calvin

02.08.2025

You can eat tasty and cheap in a truck. The most important thing is to have a fridge to store food. You can always store food in containers or vacuum and use it when you need. When I feel a little hungry, I take a small plate and fill it up with snacks like cucumber, carrot sticks etc. Really low cal stuff.

Zimmerman

02.08.2025

Eating healthy is so expensive. How do you guys keep up with it everyday? I am trying to save money right now, so i can't afford anything than sandwich from truck stops.

Aran

02.07.2025

Have anyone tried roasted spiced chickpeas with fresh salad and olive oil? Daamn, thats awesome really! Never eat them before, but my vegan friend recommended me.

Seren Merritt

02.06.2025

I’ve realized snacks are actually where most of my money is spent. Due to health problems, I carefully checking all products. I stick to a diet of 3 times a day, and two small snacks during the day. Be sure to drink a lot of water and max 2 cups of coffee a day.

Rory

02.06.2025

It's best to try to keep the healthy snacks, and get rid of anything that is highly processed, such as cereal, soda, pre-made salad dressings, dips, chips, crackers, etc. -- things like that.

Simon

02.06.2025

I’m struggling to come up with snack ideas, aside from eggs (which I generally eat for breakfast), and cottage cheese. Is there anything I’m missing?

Alastair

02.06.2025

I dont like processed stuff like protein bars or grain bars. Instead of these i highly recommend toasted chickpeas with cajun seasoning. Edamame and kale chips are also good type of snack.

Baxter

02.03.2025

I like having cheese sticks available for snacks. Yogurt and berries is my usual morning snack. For sweet treats, sugar-free pudding with melted peanut butter and banana chips.

Casper Lowe

02.03.2025

I have learned some new cool recipes. One of my fav is boiled rice, shrimps, beans or corn (both of them at the same time good as well). cucumber. cilantro. For sauce mix garlic+ fav spices+lemon juice and yogurt. It's really delicious!

Abdur

02.03.2025

.I keep cold cooked potatoes and sweet potatoes in the fridge, always. You can always add some protein like fish, chicken, or beef. Dont use any ready sauces or dips with it, they consist lots of chemicals and sugar

Sami Haas

02.03.2025

.I tend to not have time to cook throughout the week, so on free day I will spend an hour meal prepping for the week. I store the food in the freezer and heat them up when I'm hungry.

Brock

02.03.2025

In Sam's club they sell cool sushi wraps and onigiri. There are lots of variety. For dessert I prefer frozen fruit, dates, dried fruit and dried mango. Always drinking lots of water and green tea

Miguel

02.01.2025

making a healthy salad by putting cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and feta or mozzarella in a bowl and drizzling everything with decent olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Luqman

02.01.2025

To avoid the temptation to eat a burger and fries, always have plenty of ready-made but healthy food. When I am out of everything, the first thing I think about is buying a burger.

Bullock

01.30.2025

I'm a trucker as well and I just make a ton of meatballs at home and vacuum seal them. Then just heat them up, add some potato or rice with veggies.

Patrick

02.01.2025

I'm a vegetarian, tough as hell to eat healthy on the road especially when tired. I keep the fridge stocked up with hummus, carrots, cut veggies and fruits.

Tamsin

03.07.2024

I’ve been trying to swap out chips for carrot sticks

Orlando

02.21.2024

I keep a stash of nuts and dried fruit in my cab to fight off those burger cravings 😁

Denzel

01.28.2024

Be healthy on the road is a real challenge

Rory

10.01.2023

I've Read B.J. Fogg's book 'Tiny Habits' It helped me a lot.

Perry

09.30.2023

when I stop at a truck stop, I just look for the healthier options like salads, soups, or grilled chicken. It takes some discipline

Osian

09.29.2023

Eating healthy on the road is a challenge. But I’ve found that having a portable stove and a mini fridge in my cab helps a lot.

Benito

09.29.2023

Life is too short to eat boring food 😂

Epic

09.28.2023

It's not that hard if you plan ahead and have some variety.

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Aidan

EPA and NOx emissions

Have you seen this article about the EPA and their crazy emission standards? They want us to cut 90% of NOx emissions by 2031 and switch to electric trucks by 2040. What a bunch of nonsense!

I think all of these are based on faulty science and data. Electric trucks are a joke. They are expensive, unreliable, and impractical. They have limited range, long charging times, and low performance.

I do not know, maybe you have a different opinion, but this is mine

Here is the article I read: https://newjobs4you.com/blogs/road-safety/trucking-emission-standards/

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Anonymous user

03.13.2025

Yeah, this is a big problem, but most people don’t seem to care. They’re just living their lives without thinking about how it impacts the planet. Electric trucks sound good, but they’re not practical yet—too expensive and have limited range. We need better solutions, not just things that look good on paper. It’s frustrating when decisions are made with bad data. We need to think about how these changes will really affect people.

Ayden

02.21.2024

They must be dreaming

Declan

02.03.2024

More like electric headaches 🤯

Alastair Glover

12.24.2023

we can't just flip a switch and go electric

Benito

09.12.2023

The EPA is nuts.

Krueger

09.12.2023

Do They know anything about trucks or how they work. ?

Keanu

09.11.2023

I almost choked on my coffee.

Iqra

09.11.2023

Electric can’t haul as much as diesel trucks and they break down all the time.

Leon

09.10.2023

EPA doesn't care about us

Eddie

09.10.2023

They just want to push their green agenda and make us pay for it.

Barney

09.10.2023

I’ll stick with my old reliable rig, thank you very much.

Jordan

09.10.2023

I’d rather drive a horse

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Krueger

Healthy Diet for Truck Drivers - What do you think?

Hey men 💪, I wanna share with you an article that I found here https://newjobs4you.com/blogs/trucking-tips/healthy-diet-for-truck-drivers/

It talks about how to eat healthy on the road. It has some tips like eating small portions, drinking water instead of soda, and avoiding refined carbs. I think it’s a good read for anyone who wants to improve their health and performance as a driver. What do you think? Do you follow any of these tips or have your own? Share your thoughts and experiences please.

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Peterson

02.13.2025

I liked the recommendation to eat with small portions, but every few hours. At first it seems like it's not enough and you'll be hungry, but it works great!

Porter

02.13.2025

Now I work on the truck with my girlfriend, she cooks for both of us. This is the most comfortable option for me, but of course not everyone has this opportunity. But I think you can take as much ready-made home-cooked food in containers from home with you on the trip.

Maddox

02.13.2025

I didnt think about my diet at all, until one day I felt that I started to get tired quickly, my back and joints constantly hurt and I always want to sleep. I changed my diet, and after a couple of weeks I already started to feel better.

Rishi

02.13.2025

It's great that you have decided to make a change in your life! Drivers spend a lot of time behind the wheel, and this has a negative impact on their health. Therefore, it is very important to do at least ten minutes of exercise to relieve stress on your back and neck.

Anderson

02.13.2025

My diet has changed so much in the 5 years I have been working. I used to eat fast food all the time, but as I got older I realized that it was not only bad for my shape, but also for my health. Now, before I go on a trip, I prepare myself healthy lunches, such as salads with chicken or tun

Cox

02.13.2025

Working on a truck, I had to learn how to cook ( although my wife says I cook terribly ). Here's a tip: cook meat or fish for a few days at a time, then just add greens or salad. It will save time!

Frank / Support NJ4Y

02.12.2025

Great tips for drivers! It is especially important to keep your water level up, avoid sodas and energy drinks, and replace coffee with green tea, for example.

Friedman

02.12.2025

I agree with every point of the article! It's good that we finally started talking about healthy eating for drivers. I especially liked the advice on reducing sugar consumption. This is a generally relevant problem, almost all products have too much sugar.

Wilson

02.12.2025

You're right, sometimes drivers have no time to prepare food. At some stops, instead of fast food, you can find healthier options that are high in protein and fiber. Not only is it healthy, but it will also help you stay energetic for a longer period of time.

Lucian

02.11.2025

I drink coffee to stay awake while driving, but in the last few months I've started to notice that I often get headaches after caffeine. I can't give up the habit. I tried switching to tea, but it makes me sleepy.

Bonilla

02.11.2025

That dude in the video is in pretty good shape. Just chicken or meat and veggies is a great option. By the way, if you don't get enough protein like me, you can buy protein shakes separately.

Sasha

02.11.2025

Sometimes I skip my lunches and dinners to avoid late deliveries. I think you get my point. Lack of proper sleep, poor diet and stress with schedules. And even though sometimes I feel like I'm living like a robot, I love my job.

Logan

02.11.2025

The life of a truck driver takes a lot of energy and health. Sedentary work, stress on the roads, unhealthy food at gas stations - all this leads to poor health. But I will never refuse tacos or wings))))

Morales

02.10.2025

Canned chickpeas turn out to be so delicious! I found the recipe in tiktok, lots of different veggies, kale and canned chickpeas. Oh my gosh, I never thought it could be so delicious!

Simmons

02.10.2025

I would get a fridge and a small kettle. I think my shopping list would be chicken and tuna in a can, eggs already hard boiled, instant oats, some salad, cooked meat and cheese, yogurt, dried fruit, nuts, bananas, apples, tortillas and peanut butter.

Aguirre

02.10.2025

Make your groceries at Walmart, it's much cheaper than at the truck stop. When I don't have time, I prefer tortillas with banana and peanut butter. You can add some berries, if you like.

Coffey

02.10.2025

I prefer oatmeal with various toppings (cheese, fruits, seasoned nuts) depending on my mood. For dinner, canned sardines to make salad & toast (whole wheat or sprouted grain). I use whole grain mustard, avocado, chopped up onions, peppers, etc.

Willie

02.09.2025

I like a lot of stuff from the truck stops. Petro has the best food REALLY. When I'm at home I cook food, put it in containers, and freeze it. This helps keep me from getting burnt out on fast food.

White

02.09.2025

I eat a high protein food, some carbs and low fat. Typical meal day is chicken or steak, rice, green beans or broccoli. Dinner- same as lunch but without the carb.

Whitney

02.09.2025

I typically buy microwaveable frozen dinners and eat those everyday. If you dont want to have some health problems, just stay away from buying from truck stops. It's really unhealthy and costly.

Uzair

02.09.2025

I keep calories down by eating one meal a day. For breakfast I'll have some yogurt with fruits and granola. I skip lunch about 90% of the time and cook when I shut down for the day. I've been driving for about 2 years now and have been holding steady at 165 lbs.

Adams

02.08.2025

Even if you dont have a microwave at your truck, most gas stations and truck stops have. You can just cook and freeze your food. It will be much cheaper than eating outside.

Jamie

02.08.2025

I have recently made the jump to OTR Flatbed. I cook eggs and oatmeal for breakfast usually, turkey sandwiches for lunch with a protein shake, and for dinner I’ll cook some kind of protein in my pan (if i have an extra time) or I’ll make soup and pasta in my microwave.

Jacob

02.08.2025

If you're searching for ideas, i would defanetely recommend one-pot chili with beans, tomatoes, ground beef, and spices. Easy, filling, doesnt take much time.

Carroll

02.08.2025

I’ve been trying to cut out fast food on the road. Instead, I stock up on whole wheat wraps, fresh veggies, and protein. Sometimes i choose easy cooking like pasta, or chicken soup. I know eating good on the road can be tough, but you can always find some easy ways.

Cormac

02.08.2025

Easy snacks are a major part of my diet on the road. Instead of chips, I keep almonds, yogurt, or apple slices with peanut butter. Protein shakes are good as well.

Guzman

02.08.2025

I’ve noticed a big change since I stopped eating late-night fast food. Now, I prepare simple meals like grilled chicken and veggies in my truck. Little effort, but I feel so much better and more alert during driving.

Harper

02.06.2025

I’ve started meal prepping for the week. Cooking chicken, quinoa, and veggies in bulk keeps me from relying on truck stop junk food. Leftovers you can just freeze for later. Trying also to avoid monster drink, cause it has a huge amount of sugar.

Tanner

02.06.2025

Making sandwiches with leftovers from a previous meal is a trucker hack. I save the extra rice, meat, or veggies from the evening, and in the morning, I can turn it into a quick nutritious lunch or dinner.

Martin

02.06.2025

Cooking in a truck can be a challenge, but I love using a portable stove for quick meals like scrambled eggs with veggies and ham. It's super easy and fast, keeps me energized for long hours on the road.

Ronan

02.06.2025

I know it's a bad option but. My breakfast consists of an omelet, some bacon and coffee. I usually skip lunch, it's usually very busy at this time. I have dinner very late, and eat a larger portion to fill up.

Conner

02.06.2025

I live in my truck, microwave and small freezer saves a lot of time for me. I do my shopping at grocery store near by twice a week. Always keep some easy food, like oatmeal cups, noodles, canned beans or tuna, bagel, peanut butter ( dont use much of that).

Hamzah

02.04.2025

Because of my guts problem, I now prefer the Mediterranean diet. My main diet consists of a lot of fish, vegetables, broccoli and cauliflower - tasty, healthy and very balanced. I am happy with the results, no more heaviness or bloating.

Rodgers

02.04.2025

Normally, i shop once a week. My top products are all types of canned food, ramens, babybel cheese, ham, oats, frozen food, tortilla or naan, yogurt, protein bars. When i am busy, at Petro there are some cool Middle Eastern dishes, super tasty, nutricious and cheap.

Matteo

02.04.2025

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in November, now i am more carreful with what i eat. No donuts and fried food at all. For breakfast boiled egg, may be greek yogurt with oats and strawberry, for lunch i would prefer just fish and some potato with asparagus. For snacks i always have granola bars (homemade better), nuts and dried fruits.

Stewart

02.03.2025

The major reason why truckers are overweight is that they don't really know what eating healthy means. They think adding salad to anything and cooking it yourself makes it healthy. Cut off all types of sugar, like energy drink, coke. Add more protein, grain, oats and vegetables. And dont forget the main rule, control your portions.

Burton

02.03.2025

The food at most truck stops is pretty bad, we all really need healthy food there. I always grab a lot of canned tuna or chicken from Walmart, add some boiled rice, a little bit of smashed egg and beans. That's really yummy!

English

02.03.2025

Snacking and drinking soda is what makes you fat. Drink only water. Eat only when you are really hungry, and plan your meals. Count your calories. No cookies, no cake, no doughnuts. No pizza, no pasta. No candy, no soda.

Chambers

02.02.2025

Some of my coworkers use a little camping stove, it doesnt need so much space. So you can always cook some chicken broth with veggies, for extra just add some bread with cheese. For snack i recommend greek yogurt with banana maybe some peanut butter, that will keep you full for a long time.

Jakob Horton

02.02.2025

Kamil

02.02.2025

I have a rice cooker and a microwave at my truck. It takes about 30 minutes to cook the rice, then i just add some salmon steak with veggies like broccoli, mushrooms, some carrot and corn. It’s a super high fiber diet. I lost like 30lbs doing this, and it saves a ton of money.

Gray

01.31.2025

Nuts, cheese sticks, toast topped with peanut butter and honey-ideal snack options. They contain healthy fats, protein and gives a lot of energy. Protein food like hard-boiled eggs or baked turkey will keep you full for a long time.

Mathew

01.29.2025

Half a year ago, I bought an air fryer. It doesn't take up much space. I really like marinating chicken in lemon juice, olive oil, and various spices for a few hours before roasting. You can add more vegetables and rice for a good, nutritious meal.

Leland

01.25.2025

I really don't understand why people still buy food from gas stations? It's very unhealthy, expensive and not tasty at all. I like sandwiches/wraps, they are decently healthy, quick and easy. For snacks you can use yogurt with bananas, peaches, protein bars.

Fraser

01.20.2025

I know most truckers probably just eat out or buy already ready food. When I have a some free time, I try to cook a lot and store it in the fridge. In case I have nothing left, canned tuna and some bread saves the day.

Ayden

01.17.2025

I don't know much about trucks. Do you have a fridge and microwave actually in the truck? I am curious to know. I'd prefer a lot of frozen food, canned goods, ramen, protein bars.

Charley Blackburn

01.17.2025

When I'm home, my wife cooks me a lot of food and freezes it. I just have to reheat the food in the microwave. It's much tastier, and honestly even cheaper than buying food at truck stops every day.

Ciara

01.17.2025

If I'm not in a hurry, I just order food from the nearest restaurant. There's a great stuff there, you can always find a healthy one. I keep a lot of nuts, protein bars, healthy snacks in the truck if I get hungry.

Arroyo

01.17.2025

I have given up on chocolate/ice cream completely. I buy more apples, orange or banana (they can be stored for a long time). I prefer a lot of frozen vegetables from supermarkets. I highly recommend to stay away from bread, hot dogs and all truck stop foods unless you are desperate.

Lynch

01.15.2025

It really depends on what you like and how much you can stock/prepare. Over the years I've become obsessed with: Omelette with mushrooms and ham, Ramen noodles, Baked potato with vegetables (you can add chicken), whole grain toast/roll (add whatever you like).

Leyton

01.14.2025

Its perfect if you have a microwave. In Trader Joe there is great variety of healthy organic salads with meat or chicken, various sandwiches or wraps with hummus and premade salad mixes. I really recommend giving it a try!

Johns

01.14.2025

I don't think you need to come up with complicated meals to eat well. Just plenty of protein, Wasa crisp bread, some vegetables (broccoli, frozen corn is a great combination). For breakfast a good option, bread with hummus, boiled eggs, oatmeal.

Shah

01.14.2025

Just have a small cooler and lots of containers to store food in. Cook once or twice a week but in large quantities. Vegetables, fruits, herbs are convenient to store in a container. Canned goods are also great.

Cherry

01.12.2025

I recommend always having plenty of frozen veggies, chicken breast or meat balls. Buy canned chickpeas, you can always make a salad or sandwich. Granola bars or ramen is also a good option when you don't have time to eat out.

Bloggs

01.12.2025

The most important thing is to have a microwave and a kettle at hand. Then it won't be difficult to cook yourself. You can buy ready-made lunches at Walmart and just heat them up. Even just a chicken or tuna sandwich is a pretty good option.

Waller

01.12.2025

I quit my job a couple months ago. Oh, man, it's nice to have a solid breakfast with my family in the morning. I gained over ten pounds while working on the truck. Often skipping lunch and then late at night eating something unhealthy + coke. Now, thanks to my wife, I try to eat less fatty stuff and take more walks.

Hussain

01.11.2025

I read somewhere that it's important for drivers to avoid heavy, fatty foods because they make them drowsy. Salads, baked vegetables are great. Don't overeat! When driving, we sometimes do not notice how much we eat.

Horne

01.11.2025

My routine is something like this: while I'm on the road, I usually just have coffee + a sandwich in the morning. But I almost never drink soda or coke. For lunch and dinner are just meat and vegetables. I don't feel hungry, I'm full of energy. But a couple of times a month I allow myself to eat a greasy burger with fries))

Archie

01.10.2025

Good nutritious food and regular physical activity are key factors for health. I started working out at least once a week and eating a balanced diet, reducing the amount of fast food and increasing the amount of vegetables and protein.

Andrade

01.10.2025

First of all, let's be honest, drivers don't have much choice in food on the road. Groceries shopping and cooking takes a lot of time and effort too. Everyone wants to be healthy, right? Does everyone at home only eat healthy food? Does no one eat chips or chocolate? Let's just not judge people, they have a hard enough job!

Roman

01.09.2025

Reading comments about how its difficult to eat healthy food drives me crazy. You are just finding excuses for yourself. Almost all trucks have microwaves and a small fridge. You can cook large portions and then just store them. Healthy snacks like fruits, veggies, cheese you can find everywhere.

Collins

01.07.2025

Are you crazy? On long distances, there is simply no time for cooking. When you're on the road for a few days, tips like this are hard to implement. I am often on the road without rest breaks, and finding a place to eat is not an easy task. Fast food becomes the only option.

Jago

01.07.2025

The article made me think about my meals. I'm used to fast food, but now I'm going to try to change my habits by starting to prepare my meals in advance. Maybe it will even help me save some money, since prices at stations have really gone up a lot lately.

Kyron

01.05.2025

Great article!!! I especially liked the advice about replacing fast food with healthier snacks like nuts and fruit. It really helps avoid fatigue and keep you alert during long hours. I agree that it’s important for drivers to watch their nutrition. There is no time for a full meal on the road, so tips such as planning ahead and healthy snacks are very relevant.

Glass

01.05.2025

Just stop buying all that junk food at the gas stations. All the sugary nuts, popcorn, crackers and chips. I'm sure it's super easy to watch what you eat. Just stop being lazy! I think the article has a lot of helpful tips to pay attention to. You should always follow a schedule, try to eat often but with small portions. Do not forget to drink at least 2 liters of water, especially in the summer.

Homer

01.04.2025

People don't understand how hard this job is. Drivers never have enough time to rest or just have a snack. That's why drivers often have serious health problems. When you're driving all day, super tired, you're too lazy to cook something healthy yourself. It's easier for me to go and buy something simple like a sandwich

Franklin

01.03.2025

The most important thing is a good solid breakfast. I like boiled eggs or an omelet, yogurt with fruit and lots of water. Eating cereal with milk is the worst idea, it makes you hungry again so fast. I used to eat hamburgers or sandwiches like crazy before. Now I try to think about my meals in advance, I eat more protein and of course veggies.

Eva Johnson / Customer Support

01.03.2025

The diet of truck drivers should be more varied. Include not only meat and fish, but also whole grain products, fruits and vegetables. Instead of stopping at fast food joints, take healthy snacks like yogurt or whole grain bread sandwiches with you. This will help keep you energized without the extra calories! Safe travels everyone!

Haney

01.02.2025

I like the food at some truck stops. When I was hauling to Michigan, one of the LOVE'S stops had a lot of different homemade food. There were a lot of high protein options, plenty of veggies. And it wasn't too expensive. By the way, I don't think protein bars are a good idea for a snack (they have a lot of sugar and a lot of different additives). It's better to take almonds or walnuts, they are very filling and give a lot of energy.

Stuart

01.02.2025

When I first started working on a truck, it seemed so easy to watch your diet. And now, I've been working for the company for three years, I constantly eat unhealthy food, and almost zero exercise in my life right now. It would be cool if someone could recommend a couple of easy recipes here.

Fred

04.06.2024

I’ve been swapping out chips for veggies and it’s made a big difference.

Declan

01.25.2024

Good read, man! I always pack some nuts and fruits for the long hauls.

Josef

10.12.2023

thanks for sharing! I’ve been trying to cut down on the soda myself.

Aidan

05.08.2023

Thank you for sharing this. I want to learn more about how to eat healthy. I usually eat fast food or microwave meals, but I know they are not good for me. I want to change my habits and improve my health.

Alastair Glover

05.08.2023

What I don't like about me is that I drink a lot of coffee and energy drinks to stay awake.

Grayson

05.08.2023

I don’t think eating healthy would make much difference for me.

Lepe

05.07.2023

I don’t have time to cook or prepare healthy meals. I just eat whatever is available at the truck stops. I don’t care about calories or carbs. I need something filling and satisfying to keep me going 🤷‍♂️.

Eddie

05.07.2023

I bring a cooler with me and stock it with healthy snacks like yogurt, nuts, and cheese. It helps me avoid the temptation of buying chips and candy at the gas stations.

Iqra

05.06.2023

+ Good article 👍. I try to eat more fruits and veggies and less junk food. It makes me feel more energetic and alert on the road.

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Levi

Laptop for a truck driver

I found a really helpful article here for any truck driver who needs a laptop for work or entertainment. A laptop can be a great companion on the road, especially if you have a good internet connection and a power source. You can use it to communicate with your family and friends, check your email and documents, watch movies and shows, play games, listen to music, and more.

Just check this out

Here the best laptops for truck drivers.

What do you guys think? Do you have a laptop or are you planning to buy one? What kind of laptop do you have or want? How do you use it on the road? Drive safe and enjoy your laptop!

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Pascal

05.02.2023

I don’t need one. I have a smartphone and a tablet and that’s enough for me. I can do everything I need on them

Lepe

05.02.2023

I use mine to watch some Netflix or YouTube when I have some downtime. It's a decent laptop, nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.

Eddie

05.01.2023

+ Ye, I agree, very informative and helpful. I have a Windows laptop and I use it mostly for work. I need it to access my company's online portal, submit my paperwork, and track my hours and mileage.

Fred

05.01.2023

I don't have a laptop but I'm thinking of getting one. I'm leaning towards a Chromebook because they are cheap and simple. I don't need a lot of power or storage, just something to browse the web, check my email, and stream some music. I like that they are lightweight and have long battery life. Plus, they are easy to sync with my Android phone.

Mari

05.01.2023

I have a MacBook and I love it. It's fast, reliable, and user-friendly. I use it for everything from browsing to editing photos. I also like that it has a good webcam and microphone, so I can video chat with my family and friends. It's a bit pricey, but it's worth it in my opinion. It's also very durable and has a sleek design.

Alastair Glover

05.01.2023

Dell laptop and I’m satisfied with it. It’s a mid-range laptop that does what I need it to do. I use it mainly for work, such as filling out forms, sending invoices, and updating my logs. I also use it occasionally for entertainment

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Randy

How is your hometime?

Is your employer flexible about letting you take time off? What are the usual steps for you to do that?

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Ayden

03.02.2024

I’ve got a decent deal with my company

Clayton

11.21.2023

I let dispatch know when I need to park the rig and rest my boots at home

Orlando

08.10.2023

Home time is sacred, buddy. My company pretty good about it

Haroon

04.08.2023

I just have to snap my fingers and they’ll do whatever I want 🤣🤣

Declan

03.30.2023

My hometime is nonexistent

Denzel

03.23.2023

My employer is somewhat flexible and tries to accommodate my needs. The process is easy, I just have to let them know when I need to be home and they assign me a route that works for me

Johnathan

03.22.2023

+ My hometime is good, I get to be home every other week with the HOMEtime PLUS 7/7 fleet. My employer is flexible and lets me choose when I want to start my 7 days of driving. The process is simple, I just have to communicate with my fleet manager and plan ahead

Magnus

03.22.2023

I only get home once a month with the regional fleet.

Barney

03.22.2023

I run my route then park the truck and go home everyday lol.

Addie

03.21.2023

I just tell my boss

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James R.

Science Says You Shouldn’t Work More Than 50 Hours A Week 😬

Individuals working 11 hours or more have an increased depression risk. Injury rates increase as work hours increase. Those who work 60 hours per week have a 23 percent higher injury hazard rate.

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Crosby

02.14.2025

Unfortunately, at my previous job, my boss very often kept us at work late and did not even pay for overtime. I quickly burned out and lost all interest in work. Now I work in a small company no more than 35 hours a week ( I dont talk about trucking industry)

Wang

02.14.2025

Many are simply forced to work more to feed themselves and their families. People sacrifice their health, personal relationships just to earn a couple hundred bucks more.

Casey

02.14.2025

I have to take on an additional part-time job, because I really need money now. After work, I don’t really have time for myself and my family. I constantly feel tired, I don’t get enough sleep. I hope that I will soon be able to solve my financial problems and return to my normal work schedule.

Walls

02.14.2025

Many companies, despite the law, force their employees to work more than they are supposed to. As a result, employees are always tired, have no motivation to work, and always burn out.

Strickland

02.14.2025

I have been working in an office with a terrible schedule for about half a year now. I have noticed that it has become difficult for me to concentrate on my work, everything often falls out of my hands, most likely due to fatigue or lack of sleep. The best thing is that I have already managed to save a good amount of money for my daughter's education.

Kira

02.13.2025

I got my class B recently and am driving reefer box trucks to get some experience. My job is now about 40-50 hours a week, but I'm barely making any money(

Wilcox

02.13.2025

When i was driving a trash truck, it was around 45-50 hr/week. Good payment, but you have to wake up so early. Now i switched to cement truck and its around 60 hr/week

Caspar

02.13.2025

In the transportation industry, it is impossible to earn decent money working less than 40 hours. Or you will have to look for additional work in your free time.

Austin

02.13.2025

I work in a small store now. My schedule is from 10 to 6, they pay me 21 per hour. This is only enough to pay for basic needs. I have to work part-time at a gas station 3 times a week to earn some extras.

Dalton

02.12.2025

I am thinking about switching careers and getting my CDL but spending time with my family at the moment means a lot to me. Is it unlikely to find jobs that work 40-50 hours a week that pay around 60k+?

Leroy

02.12.2025

I got my cdl two years ago. The first year even working long hours I got very little money, it was barely enough to pay the bills. A couple of months ago I started working for another company, super happy with the salary and the schedule.

Noble

02.11.2025

I run 20 to 40 hours a week and get paid for a 40 minimum with 4 days off. Don't think I could ever go back to the 60-70 hour work week again. I still remember how tired I was, feeling broken and sleepy every day.

Parrish

02.11.2025

We need to stop accepting that working these long hours is sustainable. It is not normal when people are destroying their bodies working 12-14 hours a day. You people don't have a life outside of work.

Keziah

02.10.2025

I worked dealing with hazmat material for 10 hours a day. Constant traffic jams and other problems on the roads kept me constantly stressed. Coming home all I could do was just eat and go to bed. Because of tiredness I was constantly drinking coffee and energy drinks. I was so exhausted that I didn't want to do anything.

Calvin

02.10.2025

Even if you don't have a husband or wife, kids, etc., it's still not normal to work that much. What's the point of making money if you're stuck in at job for more than half your life?

Fernandez

02.09.2025

I love trucking, but holy hell do I hate some truckers.I truly don't understand why people like working anything over 40 a week. Standard work weeks should be way less than 40 hours.

Leighton

02.09.2025

I have a question for those who work more than 55-60 hours, do you have no social life at all? Don't you want to spend time at home, see friends, etc.? Is money really that much more important than your freedom?

Guerrero

02.09.2025

Even if I were paid millions, God knows I would never agree to such conditions. Even working from 10-4, I get pretty tired, and I can't always spend much time with my kids.

Liyana Greene

02.09.2025

My husband works two different jobs and in total he works more than 65 hours. I see how its killing him, after work he only has enough energy to eat, take a shower, sometimes watch TV. Our relationship has changed so much, as he is always in a bad mood, sometimes even aggressive. I am grateful to him for how much he tries for us, but this cannot last long.

Arjan

02.07.2025

I worked nights for 7 years. I noticed that even if I sleep a lot during the day, at night I feel terribly broken and irritated. The interest to do something for myself completely disappears, I'm ashamed to admit that I had a terrible mess at home because I didn't have energy even for simple cleaning. My social life disappeared as I slept all day. It was a terrible time, but I am grateful to myself and my friends who helped me realize that it shouldn't be like this.

Mcconnell

02.07.2025

If you have to work 60 hours to survive to earn a couple of extra hundreds, my advice is don't waste your life. Believe me, you can always find a better option, complete courses, gain new skills. Working at this pace will never help solve your money problem.

Xander

02.07.2025

As a single woman, I worked 60-62 hour weeks for maybe 2 years. I hated it. I never had time to cook, work out, socialize, rest properly, clean the house, do laundry or basically take care of myself. I made good money but honestly the 40-48 hour work week is ideal for me.

Eddie Holder

02.06.2025

If you have to work in such a mode, then this is a signal that it is time to change your life. DO NOT CONSIDER THIS NORMAL. There is always a way out, you can always change your profession and find a good one.

Prince

02.06.2025

Some people have no choice. They need to work that kind of hours to pay the bills and feed their family. I respect that and understand but that's so sad... Good luck to everyone who is passing through some difficult times.

Bill

02.05.2025

I wouldn't recommend that to anybody but things are not easy at all. So if you really need to do it, do it but for a very short time and stop later. It's very important to stop otherwise it might have bad consequences on your health, on your relationships with family and friends.

Eva Johnson / Customer Support

02.05.2025

Long hours working leads to burnout. You need balance in your life. Working 60 hours a week might be good for your bank account, but it strains your emotional health and may lead to excessive stress and depression.

Dylan Hogan

02.02.2025

It also depends on the type of your job. If you work in a factory or place with even a minimal danger to your health, it should be strictly forbidden to work more than 35-40 hours. Due to fatigue, your concentration will decrease significantly and this can lead to serious consequences.

Wesley Conley

02.02.2025

In fact, there are very few companies that value work-life balance. A good boss should always take care of his employees, allow them to have free time and social life. Remember, a healthy and happy employee will always be more effective and productive than one who kills himself all day at work.

Edwards

02.02.2025

The 40 hour work week gives you no personal time at all. By the time you get home, you’re too exhausted from the workday to do anything of value in your leisure time. You’d lucky if you have enough energy to sneak a workout in or do some household duties! To work more than 50 just a slavery

Raymond

02.02.2025

40 hours a week provides no work-life balance. How can you have work-life balance when you work 5 days a week and are only off for 2 days?

Guy

02.01.2025

Planning to start working in the trucking industry. I am studying information on different companies, I have spoken to several recruiters. A question for truckers, how often do you manage to be home?

Abby

02.01.2025

Stress and overwork slowly kill your health. It will gradually lead to anxiety, insomnia, and depression. It is not worth sacrificing yourself for the sake of work.

Mcgrath

02.01.2025

I can't even imagine how awful a person feels working so much. Our body, our brain especially, needs a lot of rest. A person must get enough sleep to be productive at work.

Aidan

02.07.2024

If I worked only 50 hours a week, I’d have so much free time

Johnathan

06.11.2023

More than 50 hours? Buddy, my truck’s engine doesn’t even warm up

Gordon

05.09.2023

Science says a lot of things, but it never had to meet a delivery deadline 🤷‍♂️

Pascal

01.12.2023

I love my job BECAUSE working 70 hrs a week for a month means I can take a full month off. Different strokes my friend.

Grayson

01.11.2023

I'm going to be 62 in 20 or so days. I'm used to it now and the damage is probably done. I cant afford to retire so I'll just keep plugging along until I cant. It's all I have.

Alastair Glover

01.11.2023

+ Depends on the work. Driving down an open road listening to an audio book isn't exactly causing my heart to race.

Iqra

01.09.2023

I'd gladly work 40 hours a week if my salary rose 50%. No can do? Well, I'm gonna have to keep working 60 then, gotta feed the family and pay the house buddy.

Krueger

01.08.2023

I left my office job limited at 40 hour weeks for driving. I like that I can work overtime and get paid more in this industry.

Marni

01.08.2023

+ Science also says you can drown from water.

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