The effort, supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), signals a commitment to keeping drivers and industry staff active during the workday.

WIT’s Commitment

WIT President and CEO Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, signed on behalf of the organization, committing to:

• Adopt at least two strategies to provide employees with opportunities for movement and physical activity. WIT will continue to educate and encourage all trucking industry workers on the importance of staying active.
• Lead by example by prioritizing physical activity in her own daily routine.

Hedrick also encourages leaders across the trucking sector, including CEOs, Executive Directors, Presidents, and Managing Directors, to join the pledge. Organizations can sign up here.

Industry Ambassador Brings Driver Health into Focus

Bob Perry, founder of FitDrivers.com, has been named the first Industry Ambassador for Transportation & Trucking in the CEO Pledge program. Perry, known in the industry as The Trucker Trainer®, brings decades of experience advocating for driver health, including hosting the FIT DRIVERS® podcast sponsored by Tenstreet.

In this role, Perry will:

• Promote the CEO Pledge for Physical Activity to trucking executives and employers.
• Highlight practical strategies and success stories specific to drivers and trucking staff.
• Introduce potential pledge signatories, industry organizations, and events focused on physical activity.

Michael Stack, President of the Physical Activity Alliance, said, “We are honored to have Bob Perry as our first Industry Ambassador. His passion for driver health and his credibility in the trucking community will help us reach employers and leaders who can make physical activity a visible, everyday part of work life.”

Perry added, “Encouraging CEOs to develop and promote health and fitness initiatives within the transportation sector aligns perfectly with my mission in Busing and Trucking over the past several decades. As we initiate the pilot phase of the Industry Ambassador Program in Transportation and Trucking, I take pride in inspiring the identification of more ambassadors across various sectors.”

The Bigger Goal

The CEO Pledge for Physical Activity calls on leaders to prioritize movement, model active lifestyles, and support the CDC’s Active People, Healthy Nation initiative, which aims to get 27 million more Americans active by 2027.

Trucking industry companies already taking part include:

• Pemberton Truck Lines
• National Motor Freight Traffic Association
• Old Dominion Freight Lines
• CHEEMA Freightlines
• Rolling Strong

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The organization is offering free cervical cancer screening kits to female over-the-road drivers nationwide, allowing them to complete the process privately and on their own schedule.

“Access to preventative care can be incredibly challenging for women who spend weeks at a time on the road,” said Lindsey Bryan, health & wellness manager at SCF. “By offering free, discreet, at-home cervical cancer screening kits, we’re removing barriers and meeting female drivers where they are. Early detection saves lives, and we want every woman in trucking to have access to that peace of mind.”

How the Screening Program Works

The cervical cancer kits expand SCF’s existing lineup of preventative screenings for professional drivers. The nonprofit already provides at-home and on-the-road prostate and colon or colorectal cancer screening kits.

Female OTR drivers can request a cervical cancer kit directly through SCF’s website by selecting the Cervical Cancer Screening option. Once submitted, the information goes straight to a St. Christopher Health and Wellness Case Manager. That case manager completes the registration and arranges shipment of the kit to the driver’s preferred location, whether that is a home address, carrier terminal, or P.O. Box.

Drivers complete the screening in private and return it using a pre-addressed, stamped envelope. Results are delivered within seven to ten days. If a test returns positive, the driver is offered a free Telehealth appointment for follow-up consultation.

SCF emphasized the importance of early action, stating, “Cervical cancer is highly preventable and treatable when detected early.”

According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 14,000 new cases of invasive cervical cancer are diagnosed each year in the United States. When caught early, the five-year survival rate is approximately 91 percent. That rate drops significantly if the disease spreads, making regular screening a critical safeguard.

A Growing Population on the Road

Health access matters even more as the number of women in long-haul trucking continues to grow. The Women In Trucking Association has reported that women now represent approximately 9.5 percent of professional OTR drivers. With more than 2.2 million heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver jobs reported in 2024 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, that percentage translates to more than 200,000 female OTR drivers currently operating nationwide.

“Women in trucking play a vital role in keeping our supply chain moving,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of Women In Trucking Association. “Programs like this demonstrate a true commitment to supporting women drivers beyond the cab. Providing free cervical cancer screenings helps ensure women have access to preventative care no matter where the road takes them.”

Beyond Emergency Relief

SCF remains the only nationwide nonprofit providing short-term financial assistance to Class A OTR drivers who have experienced an illness or injury within the last 365 days that forced them out of work. Alongside financial relief, the organization also offers multiple free health and wellness programs aimed at keeping drivers healthy and on the job.

Those programs include nicotine cessation, diabetes prevention, chronic disease management, at-home cancer screenings, and vaccine vouchers.

Female OTR drivers who want to request a cervical cancer screening kit or learn more about other available screenings can do so through the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund website.

For an industry that depends on long hours and long miles, initiatives like this bring preventative care closer to the people who keep freight moving every day.

Source: The Trucker

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Programs from groups like Healthy Trucking America provide accessible tools, including CDC-recognized diabetes prevention options, making it straightforward for drivers to build lasting habits. Fleets offering these see benefits too, with lower absenteeism and higher team output as drivers miss fewer shifts.

Proven Benefits from Real Program Data

Truck driver wellness programs deliver clear, measurable advantages. Studies confirm improvements in nutrition and activity lead to sharper alertness and reliable performance.

Simple Routines That Fit a Driver’s Schedule

Drivers thrive with wellness strategies designed for stops and downtime, such as quick stretches to loosen up after hours seated or hydration checks to keep energy consistent. These steps take just minutes but build endurance for the long term. Participation often leads to greater satisfaction as drivers feel more in control of their health amid irregular hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are wellness programs free for truck drivers?

Many fleets cover them fully, and national options like Healthy Trucking America offer low-cost or sponsored access for independents.​

How quickly do drivers notice changes in wellness habits?

Most report better sleep and focus within two weeks of consistent nutrition and movement tweaks.​

Do these programs help with DOT physical requirements?

Yes, by addressing common issues like blood pressure and weight, making it easier to maintain a valid medical card.​

Wellness programs empower truck drivers to take control of their health with proven strategies that enhance every mile on the road. By building these habits, you position yourself for stronger performance, greater job satisfaction, and a more sustainable career in trucking.

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