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You spend a lot of time on the road when working for a trucking company, and good music can definitely make the trip more enjoyable. Whether youre driving from Philadelphia to Portland, or any route north, south, east or west, here are a few of our favorite trucking tunes to take along for the ride (in no particular order). Time flies when youre having fun, so go ahead and sing along! Me and Bobby McGee: This love letter to the open highway has been covered many times, but none quite like the late Janis Joplin. Me and Bobby McGee is a song about a free-spirited couple that hitches a ride from a truck driver across the American south. They sing to pass the time, and then part ways during the journey, with Joplin expressing her sadness with her soulful voice. Freedom's just another word for nothin' left to lose. Convoy: No trucking tunes list would be complete without C.W. McCalls Convoy. This fun little ditty made Rolling Stone magazine's 100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time, and is filled with 1970sCB slang. "Pig Pen, this here's the Rubber Duck, and I'm about to put the hammer down." Six Days on the Road: This rocking tune was made famous by Dave Dudley in 1963, and is considered a true celebration of the American truck driver. More than 30 years later, a cover by country music band Sawyer Brown took hit the Top 15 of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Six days on the road and I'm gonna make it home tonight. Truck Drivin Man: The rollicking blues harp in the beginning of Ricky Nelsons version of Truck Drivin Man will get your toes tapping. I said that old song sure does fit me, cause I'm a truck driving man. Truckin: This Grateful Dead song from 1970 is a catchy shuffle with that quintessential, classic Dead sound. The songs lyrics are about the band's experiences on the road and serve as a metaphor for getting through the constant changes in life. "What a long, strange trip it's been. Life is a Highway: This Tommy Cochrane song had a major comeback when it was covered by country band Rascal Flatts for the Pixar film Cars. KA-CHOW! Life is a highway. I want to ride it all night long. Ive Been Everywhere: That deep baritone voice of Johnny Cash could fill a whole album of tunes for the road, but Ive Been Everywhere is the ultimate travel song. "Listen, I've traveled every road in this here land! On The Road Again: This song was written in 1980 by the one and only Willie Nelson, and made famous by his unique vocals. Youll find it on Rolling Stones list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, and in 2011, "On The Road Again" was inducted to the Grammy Hall of Fame. And I can't wait to get on the road again. Living on the road doesnt mean that your workout routine must suffer. Jobs intransportationsometimes come with busy schedules, and lots of sitting in the drivers seat. While it can be difficult to get to a gym, it is possible to do several workouts in or near your vehicle, without needing any special equipment. Here are a few ideas to help you get moving. 1. Push-Ups There is a reason push-ups are still relevant today they work! This very basic exercise can tone your arms, legs and other areas of your body. One good thing about push-ups is that you use your body as your resistance rather than exercise equipment. As long as you have enough room to extend your legs back, and have enough space to widen your arms to shoulder length apart, you can do push-ups with ease. This exercise is also easy enough to squeeze in while waiting on the next load. 2. Squats and Walking Lunges Looking to tone up your legs? Squats are easy, simple and require very little space. If you have a bit more space, such as a sidewalk at a rest area, consider walking lunges. These are a great way to work your calves and help stretch your sore muscles. Performing leg exercises will help reduce cramps and keep blood flowing as well. 3. Sit Ups These exercises are so easy that you can knock them out without having to leave your sleeper! While there is lots of advice out on the Internet on how to do the perfectsit up, the most important thing to remember is not to over-strain your back. Find a comfortable spot in your truck and find a technique that works best for you. 4. Walking and Running Running a few laps around your truck can get your heart rate up enough to help you achieve weight loss goals and maintain a healthy heart. Take your time when at a truck stop to give yourself plenty of walking time. Make it a habit to choose a spot far away from the door so that you are forced to walk the extra distance. Also consider going off the sidewalk and exploring; several rest areas have paths or sidewalks nearby you can venture on. Start your walk at a steady pace and then add knee-to-chest raises to get your heart pumping. 5. Resistance Band Exercises Invest in a resistance band to fit more exercises into your routine. Hook your resistance band onto the truck door to do some rowing exercises. You can use resistance bands to target many major muscle groups, including arms, shoulders, chest, legs, back and abs. The freight you carry is not the only precious cargo in your truck. Take care of yourself by creating a workout routine tailor made for members of the transportation industry. There is always something you can fit into your schedule, no matter how small the space is or how little time you have. Combined Express, Inc. and Delaware Valley Shippers, Inc.are the premier truckload, intermodal and LTL service providers across the United States, with more than 35 years of industry experience. Moving freight has never been easier or more cost-effective than with our custom transportation and express freight services! Our knowledgeable and experienced team of logistics professionals is always on call to assist you with any questions or concerns that might arise. We work closely with you to learn your unique freight needs, and to customize a shipping solution that fits your budget and delivers your cargo on time. While choosing a career as a truck driver can be lucrative and beneficial for your family, the distance from ones growing children can be difficult. Working for atrucking companyallows you to contribute financially, but you may feel you are missing special milestones or the ability to see your kids as often as youd like. Although this lifestyle can be both rewarding and tricky, there are easy steps you can take to stay connected with your kids while on the road. Here are a few to help you get started. 1. Write Postcards Or Handwritten Letters While technology has allowed us the opportunity to communicate with lightning speed, children also appreciate the excitement of receiving a letter or postcard in the mail intended specially for them. When you have a career in transportation, postcards can be a fun way to make your kids feel like they are traveling with you. Encourage them to keep a scrapbook of all your travels so that they can turn to it when missing you. While handwritten letters take a little more time, they add that personal touch your child may be missing. Offer advice for your kids, or tell funny stories about your travels on the road. 2. Send Special Gifts Or Souvenirs Like postcards, a small gift can be a fun reminder of a unique place you visited while on the road. Perhaps you send a cowboy hat from Texas, seashells from Miami, or an Eagles jersey fromPhiladelphia. Depending on the age and interests of your child you may want to send a small stuffed animal, sweets from a local bake shop, or other small trinkets. Again, when it comes down to it, kids love to receive mail! Text/Phone/Video Chat While waiting to receive mail, youll want to keep contact with your children as often as possible. Texts, phone calls and video chats are easy and quick ways to pop in and see how their day is going. Video chatting is great for allowing children to not only hear your voice, but see your face, too. This could be a comfort to you as well. Use your break time (such as at lunch or right before bed) to safely communicate with your family. Social Media Social media has become the ultimate tool for people to keep communication going in long-distance relationships. Whether your spouse or kids are onFacebook,TwitterorInstagram, stay connected. Social media can be a great way to exchange photos and hear about the everyday happenings in your familys life. You also dont have to worry about coordinating time, which is super useful when your trucking company has you traveling in a different time zone. Make Memories At Home Although you may be tempted to unwind and stay home, put yourself in your kids shoes and remember theyve been waiting eagerly for your return. Take your kids to the park or zoo, race go-carts, or participate in any other fun activity you can all enjoy together. Make an extra effort to create new memories to help carry you through until the next time you are home from the road. Maintaining a healthy bond and relationship with your kids doesnt have to be difficult when you work in transportation. Show interest in their daily lives and make the effort to keep in touch as often as possible. Surprise them with new gifts while on the road and fun activities together when you are home. Use these tips to stay connected with your kids and maintain that special parent-child bond while on the road. |
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