Having Second Thoughts About Trucking
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To be honest I don't every get a sore behind even after 8 hours. I do subconsciously shift my body weight around though. I think that it's just your seat. A seat on a commercial vehicle is much different than a seat in a car. The seats on these trucks are very comfortable and adjustable. The seats are basically on an air bag so the bumps on the road don't effect you very much. I say try trucking without worrying about your behind. If it starts to hurt then look into some kind of padding. There's many available. You can find a blue gel padding (mostly found in TA's) and that makes it unbelievably comfortable.
Like I said, the seats in a truck are a lot different. I think you need to see how you'll feel in one of those seats. If you still have the problem then buy a padding and that should solve your problem.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Remember do not avoid carbs altogether. Carbs are often called "Brain Food" and with good reason. The brain needs carbs to feed itself and function.
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Well, I think as long as I can do SOMETHING, whether it's walking, jogging or push-ups at least twice a day I'm fine. I'm not much on eating-I'm 6'4" weighing about 235-240 so I could stand to lose a few pounds, but overall I'm in good shape. Larry, I hear ya, That little voice is saying "GO FOR IT!!!" so that's all I need to know!
Jason, thanks for the typical day info! I can definitely handle that! I drove that far from Atlanta to Monroe, Louisiana a few weeks ago, about 7 1/2 hours, only problem was a sore behind..How do y'all handle that? all I could do was shift my weight around a little, but man, getting out and walking around after that drive was interesting, since I wasn't used to it. As far as sleep, I used to work 38 hours in 3 days as a security guard, work 8 on Friday, sleep for 8 hours Friday night, then a 24-hour straight shift Saturday into Sunday Morning, then 6 hours sleep, then 6 hours work Sunday afternoon/evening, and I did that while going to College! SO I can handle sleep adjustments (although it AIN'T EASY!) You guys are the best! Thanks for the support and advice. I can tell I am gonna have all the help and encouragement I need. Can't wait to get going!!
TWIC:
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Truck drivers who regularly pick up from or deliver to the shipping ports will often be required to carry a TWIC card.
Your TWIC is a tamper-resistant biometric card which acts as both your identification in secure areas, as well as an indicator of you having passed the necessary security clearance. TWIC cards are valid for five years. The issuance of TWIC cards is overseen by the Transportation Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.