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DIVERSIONS HEALTH Winter workouts By Elizabeth Manning As temperatures begin to drop and days get shorter, a simple workout routine you can do in and around your truck when a visit to isn't feasible. A winter workout – even a simple and short one – fends off obesity, fatigue, stress and depression. For beginners: Exercising without stretching in cold weather is a sure way to strain or pull a muscle. 1 workout. This can be 10-15 minutes of walking if time and weather permit. Be careful to bundle up and watch for slippery surfaces. About 32 laps around a rig equals a mile. 2 burpees, jumping jacks or squats. Start with two sets of 6-8 reps. dumbbells or kettle bells – or even makeshift weights 3 4 Lift weights. Use small Do standing exercises such as Aim for a cardiovascular Start by stretching. Make sure to combine workouts with a healthy diet and adequate sleep for optimum results. such as heavy tools – to do repetitions of bicep curls and arm raises. Continue with two sets of 6-8 reps. and light cardio exercise. For extreme 5 weather, workouts can be done inside the truck – walk in place and do crunches, bicep curls and arm raises. Work with a resistance band for strength. Try searching the web during rest hours – the Internet is full of exercises that require little to no equipment and can space. Bob Perry, president of the Rolling Strong chain of trucker gyms, emphasizes having the right mindset to achieve long-term 40 | Overdrive | December 2012 Cool down with stretching results. "Set a goal, make a plan for workouts, get started and stay motivated," Perry says. Remember to be careful and have fun. Getting in shape and staying there doesn't have to be something to dread. REALITY CHECK Offer the ex a little charity? Dear Carolyn, This holiday season fi nds me in a way better place than fi ve years ago, when I last wrote you. Back then, I was married to a truck driver and sat on my butt all day eating junk food and watching reality TV shows. I got fat and depressed. He kicked me out on Christmas morning. "Merry Christmas, get outta here," he said. I followed your advice and got my act together. Today, I'm in the best shape of my life and am the proud owner of a small trucking company. I heard through the grapevine that my ex is down on his luck and out of work. Do you think it would be the right thing to do to offer him a job driving for me? – Anna Dear Anna, Um, let me think about it. Yes! Of course, I want you to generously offer him a job. Naturally, he needs to meet your standards. Ah, there is nothing quite so sweet as the revenge of living well. I'm just say'n, – Carolyn you see littering the side of the road comes from retreaded tires. Myth: Fact: Federal and state studies consistently show the rubber pieces on the road come from both new and retreaded tires, in equal proportions, says the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau. Studies confirm that most of the blown tires are the result of under- inflation, overloading and tire abuse. All the rubber Home alone Dear Carolyn, Christmas is always a tough time of year for me. I'm single and estranged from my family. I have dated some women this year, but frankly, they are not pretty enough or smart enough to suit me. Also, I would like a woman who has her own money so I don't have to always pay for dates. It's not fair that I'm alone. – Frank Dear Frank, Alone… and in bad company. I'm just say'n, – Carolyn By Carolyn Magner Contributing editor OverdriveOnline.com/RealityCheck