Hi everyone, I was just wondering if any experienced drivers have any tips on eating healthy while on the road. I’m out for a month or two at a time and Since I’ve started driving six months ago I’ve already gained 11 pounds.
edit: sorry I forgot to mention it, but I have a mini fridge, microwave, and an electric skillet for the truck.
Healthy eating while on the road
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Jslaven, Jul 22, 2020.
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Most major truck stops carry lots of types of beef jerky and small individually wrapped pieces of cheese. Most also carry chopped fruit, whole fruit, and yogurt.
One thing I have learned though is that, at least for me, I cannot have food within reach of me while I am driving. If I can reach food, chances are good that I will constantly nibble as I drive. Put the food in the sleeper after you have eaten your meal, not anywhere you can reach it while driving.
Also, consider your drinks. If you drink sugary sodas, watch your intake. The job you do now is mostly sitting on your butt. Park on the far side of the parking lot and walk the long walk to burn a few extra calories, even if you aren't getting a real workout. -
Buy from the grocery store. Avoid fast food. I went to a low carb diet and lost 30 pounds in 3 months. I feel great, but it is challenging to avoid carbs when most offerings in the food window are breaded and fried. The two things I miss most are bread for sandwiches and cheap starches like rice, beans and potatoes. Eating low carb, even from the grocery store, raises the old food budget.
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Get a 12v cooler and bring your food with you. I wouldn't eat that crap, especially for what they charge you. Heck, one meal at McD's costs almost $10 bucks, AND makes me sick.
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Buy a portable cooler/fridge. Buy a lunch box cooker. Buy groceries, such as -
- Box of Cheerios
- Plain Oatmeal - add your own fruit or nuts if you want
- Apples
- Bananas
- Nuts
- Peanut Butter
- Whole grain Bread
- Greek Yogurt
- Fresh chicken cooks in the lunch box while going down the road
- Throw some broccoli or green beans in the cooker
- Bag of potatoes
- Water
- Powdered or canned milk
Exercise at least 20 minutes a day - walking, jumping jacks, jump rope anything that elevates your heart rate. Burn more calories than you take in.Last edited: Jul 22, 2020
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