Getting a great workout while you’re on the road does not have to be a hassle. Fitness experts recommend 150 minutes of moderate activity every week – you can do that and more by taking short breaks to work out.

Pack Your Equipment
Here’s the good news: All the gear you need is portable and does not take up a lot of space. In fact, some workouts just require a truck step or bumper.

Pack weights and resistance bands the next time you hit the road. These tools will help you build strength and endurance – and they don’t take up much space in your truck.

The Basics of Exercise on the RoadYou can do a lot for your body on a short break. Start by “warming up” for 5-7 minutes. You can walk, jog or do jumping jacks – any cardio exercise you like will work.

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Food is the fuel your body uses to get through the day. What is filling your body?

When you eat healthy food, you are more likely to feel energized and alert – ready to go the extra mile.  If you fill up on junk food, chances are you will  feel sleepy and sluggish instead of motivated to tackle your next challenge.

The Building Blocks of a Healthy Meal
Your body needs protein, healthy fats and carbohydrates – they are the foundation of a healthy meal.  Here are a few foods and snacks you can easily include in your diet:

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This year, FirstFleet is helping our employees get “On the Road to Good Health” by offering major incentives for program participation. If you have not already created an account on BlueAccess, that is your first step! We will be sending you confirmation of your incentive eligibility using the BlueAccess system, and if you are not signed up, you could miss out on important information!

Please take a moment to review this overview of the Wellness Initiative.

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Congratulations to 201 Blue Cross participants who completed the Personal Health Assessment in the first two months of the year!!!  The first round of gift cards have been sent to all of these participants this past week for those who have started their path to wellness!!! There is another round of congratulations to 11 other participants who have already taken that next step to wellness by completing at least one round of the OnMyTime self-directed coaching sessions.   Since some of these participants had already completed two of these sessions (which is our annual...

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One of the best ways to inspire others is to hear directly from those that have been inspired.  The Wellness Team is pleased to present you this week the Arizona office’s version of the Biggest Loser Challenge!  Over 50 associates related to the Tolleson, Arizona location, including our drivers, mechanics and office administration, have decided to tackle this 3-month challenge of losing unwanted pounds and looking for a healthier lifestyle.  And there is no better way to hear of their progress than hearing directly from those active participants.  Here are som...

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With more and more participants taking part in the new 2013 Wellness Program, taking the Personal Health Assessment (My PHA) is just the first step towards good health.  There is good news that you can also earn another $50 gift card by participating in a Self-Directed Program on the Blue Cross website.  Blue Cross has designed a number of programs that take into account your time and needs to allow you to work through these programs online at your own pace.  You get to be the coach and participant in these programs. Click on the link here, and you will find mo...

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We are excited to announce that we have received the number of participants that took the Personal Health Assessment in the first month of 2013.  With a late push of introducing the Wellness Program and PHA’s to our associates, we are very pleased with the results thus far after one month of testing.  We have seven facilities that have at least 10% of medical health participants that took the PHA:  Murfreesboro, TN 75% Russellville, AR 30% St. Louis, MO 27% Maryland Heights, MO 20% Bardstown, KY 13% Middletown, NY 11% Dandridge, TN 10% Congratulations to our pa...

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With as much emphasis as we place on fitness activities and proper nutrition, we often forget one of the most important factors of our health - SLEEP!!!  While what we eat and what we do each day is very important, sleep is a huge factor that affects our physical and mental wellness. The National Sleep Foundation released a study in the Spring of 2012, where transportation professionals were polled in regards to their sleep habits.  You can see the Poll here.  In short, it states what many of you already know.  Most of us are not getting enough a...

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Last week we posted the benefits to you and the company of our direction with the 2013 Wellness Program, with the primary benefit of a healthier, more productive life to you.  Over the past week, many participants are reporting they are anxious to take the Personal Health Assessment on the Blue Cross Blue Shield website.  That is great news, and we hope to hear more from you regarding your progress towards a healthier lifestyle!! In order to simplify the process of taking the Personal Health Assessment, Blue Cross has provided you a link for a training video that outline...

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So what does this mean for me, as a participant on the Medical Insurance Program??? Many folks are still asking “Why is FirstFleet doing a Wellness Program?”  This is a GREAT question, and we want to answer any questions you might have.  Here are a few of the many reasons: First and foremost, healthier lifestyles provide the best chance to enjoy a long, productive and happy life with our family. Costs of health care have risen steadily over the last several years.  Last year, the c...

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