anyone work out. otr drivers.

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Nirvana, Nov 5, 2014.

  1. Nirvana

    Nirvana Light Load Member

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    I was a gym rat. Now being in a truck i still do push ups sit up tension bands and pull ups off the second bunk.


    Just wondering any tips.
     
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  3. WitchyWomen

    WitchyWomen Medium Load Member

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    Have you looked at the book Convict Conditioning by Paul Wade? It's a way of working out developed by a convict who had a cell and not much else, he wanted to be ripped, be fit, and intimidating. I looked into it because yeah a truck has more freedom then a prison cell but deep down they are similar small confined space and no fancy equipment and multiple weights to use.
     
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  4. sherlock510

    sherlock510 Road Train Member

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    I bought that shake weight thing from Walmart two years ago.
    Used it for maybe and month then fell off, just wasn't motivated.

    There is time, 30 minutes a day works, but I'd rather watch movies, play Xbox or sleep lol. I figure I'm still young enough to join a gym after getting a local job, eventually....
    Went from 185 to maybe 195 in two years.. Not bad I guess.
     
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  5. n3ss

    n3ss Heavy Load Member

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    You'll find more here who don't even believe that obesity is unhealhty.
     
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  6. stevep1977

    stevep1977 Road Train Member

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    Pick the booth that is furthest away from the buffet line. It's a nice walk to and from.
     
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  7. stevep1977

    stevep1977 Road Train Member

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    Isn't that the thing that looks like you're jerking off?
     
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  8. Radman

    Radman Road Train Member

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    They make a flat bench that goes to incline and is portable. Just got to yank it out and in the truck when you want to workout. Also they have adjustable dumbells that go up to 150lb or more a piece. It's pricey but to me worth it. My buddy said his friend made a pull up bar inside the sleeper. If I ever go back Otr I'd do this. Just some suggestions.
     
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  9. Swedish Chef

    Swedish Chef Heavy Load Member

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    I'm not sure how big you are on cardio, but 32 laps around a truck with a 53' trailer is equivalent to 1 mile.
     
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  10. dog-c

    dog-c Road Train Member

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    Run 2 miles a day, 5.8 to 6.2 mph, drink an oz of water for every lb you weigh. Avoid loves pizza - eat soup and salad. Avoid red bulls and soda
     
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  11. n3ss

    n3ss Heavy Load Member

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    an oz for every pound is probably an excessive amount of water for someone who doesn't have regular bathroom access. Excessive in general, really.
     
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