While working for a trucking company, you will spend the majority of your workday behind the wheel of your truck. However, there are still many ways you can enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle, even while on the road. Keep reading to discover a few easy and convenient exercise options you can try out as a truck driver in the Tucson area.
Jumping Rope
Jumping rope is a simple yet effective cardiovascular activity that can help you build endurance and improve your heart health. This activity can be particularly beneficial for truck drivers, as it requires minimal equipment and space to perform. Every time you stop for gas or to eat a meal, round out your stop with ten minutes of jumping rope for a slimmer, stronger, and healthier body.
Walking or Jogging
One of the many benefits of a job in the trucking industry is the opportunity to travel through some of the country’s most beautiful terrain. Consider taking advantage of the scenery you encounter by taking a 20- to 30-minute walk once a day. Walking is an amazing total-body workout that helps to improve cardiovascular, muscular, and skeletal health. Furthermore, you can choose to walk at your own pace for a high- or low-intensity workout, depending on your needs and preferences.
Resistance Training
Cardiovascular health is only a part of total-body fitness. Building muscle helps to improve your metabolism and makes moving, lifting, and carrying items—including your own body—easier and safer. Truck drivers can easily build muscle using resistance training right in their own truck cab. Resistance training systems use a series of small, portable bands in place of dumbbells or weights, allowing you to achieve an effective workout even in a small space. During this type of training, you’ll use various bands and your own body weight for a challenging, muscle-building workout.
DSW Drivers is pleased to offer a variety of employment opportunities for new and experienced drivers. You can find out more about working with our Tucson trucking company by calling 1 (888) 266-7534 or visiting us on the web.
