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Big Rig University

Tuesday, June 14th, 2011

School BooksWhen first starting your truck driving job, how much did you think you were going to learn? Naturally you expected to learn things pertaining to truck driving, but did you ever consider the fact that you could learn much more? Consider the possibility of learning about the rise and fall of the Roman Empire while driving your truck. In fact, you can learn just about anything while driving your truck and all you need to do is listen.

Through audiobooks, any avenue of information can be opened. Audiobooks are once source of knowledge that is often times overlooked, but contain almost endless possibilities. While as a truck driver you may not have time to attend an accredited university, but you can create your own school right in your truck!

The list of subjects you can study while driving your truck are completely up to you, there are not tests, and you can learn when it’s convenient for you, because it’s your school. You can study history in all aspects. Starting with ancient history, you can study the construction of the very first pyramids. You could go in depth and learn about the formation of America and the Declaration of Independence, the many trials faced by the American forefathers and how they were overcome. You can learn about the history of war, covering both world wars and the many different tactics used by the battling countries.

You can also learn skills to help you survive in today’s day and age. You can study subjects such as money management, economics, and communication. You can listen to self-help books and learn how to stay optimistic in a world that often seems pessimistic. There are even audiobooks out there that can help you become a healthier person by teaching you the difference between good foods and bad foods.

Another subject you can study while out on the road is language. Why not start learning Spanish, German, or Japanese? Why not all three? You’ve got the time, use it. With so many different cultures in the world, you would never run out of things to learn. There are even CD’s that can teach you how to yodel!

A truck driving job doesn’t have to hold you back from learning. Instead, let your job encourage your pursuit of knowledge! There is so much information out there, all you need to do is seek it. Knowledge is power and you will be surprised at how much of the world opens when you learn. Start your very own personalized school in your truck today!

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Truck Drivers, You Are What You Eat

Thursday, May 5th, 2011

Fruit SaladA common dilemma for those with truck driver jobs everywhere is how to stay healthy while on the road. With so many foods out there that it is hard to know which foods will give you energy, fill you up and keep you full, and yet won’t make you gain weight. A healthy driver has a much higher earning potential.

One of the biggest factors in maintaining a healthy diet is understanding what you are eating and what your body needs. For example, understanding the fact that protein helps your body maintain a healthy blood sugar level and will keep you full longer can help you decide which foods will be the best option for you. Some foods with high levels of protein are; eggs, fish, chicken, beef and peanuts.

While protein is good for you, it is important to remember everything in moderation. Too much of almost anything is bad for you.  If you were to simply eat foods rich in protein, such as beef or peanuts, you would be missing out on some essential nutrients.

Another important type of nutrition to have in your diet is carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are what give you energy and make you feel full. There are two types of carbohydrates: simple and complex.

Simple carbohydrates are, as the name suggests, a simpler form of carbohydrate consisting of only one or two molecules. Simple carbohydrates provide a sweeter taste than complex carbs and can be found in healthy foods such as fruit and milk as well as in unhealthy foods such as syrup and honey. Simple carbohydrates enter the bloodstream at a quicker rate and do not stay with you as long as complex carbs.

Complex carbohydrates are made of a more complex molecular structure and are absorbed into the bloodstream at a slow rate, enabling you to stay full for a longer period of time. There are starchy complex carbohydrates, which include grains such as bread, rice, and pasta. It is good to have these carbs in a moderation of about one serving per day.

The other form of complex carbohydrates is called fibrous carbs. These carbs are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and many other nutrients. This form of carbohydrate is found in vegetables and will help cleanse your body. It is good to eat as much of this carbohydrate as possible, as it can only help your body become healthy.

Now that you have the information, run with it. Understanding what you are eating is 80% of the battle when trying to eat a healthy diet. You don’t have to choose between your job as a truck driver and living healthy, you can do them both.

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