Behind the Dash: The Hirschbach Blog

Keith Allison has been on the road since 1989 and his appreciation for the trucking industry and his life shine through whenever you talk to him.

Pick up some pearls of wisdom from Keith as he talks to Bianca Sanchez, Hirschbach Marketing and Social Media Manager, about his 32 years of experience over the road, why safety is so important, and his thoughts on being successful in this industry in this interview for Hirschbach’s What’s Your Drive podcast.

Days have stretched into weeks. Weeks are now stretching into months. COVID-19 has completely created an adjusted lifestyle for all of us. 

Some of us can't get away from home, while others are afraid to go home. Some of us can't get enough alone time, while others are feeling more isolated than ever.

A common slogan has been "We're all in this together" and while that is true, we have different perspectives and experiences through the pandemic.  

It can be challenging, but one of the best things we can do is attempt to keep a positive outlook and take care of ourselves.

Here are four tips to keep a strong mind during COVID-19:

It’s true: laughter is strong medicine. It draws people together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. Laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts mood, diminishes pain, and protects you from the damaging effects of stress. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. Humor lightens your burdens, inspires hope, connects you to others, and keeps you grounded, focused, and alert. It also helps you release anger and forgive sooner.

With so much power to heal and renew, the ability to laugh easily and frequently is a tremendous resource for surmounting problems, enhancing your relationships, and supporting both physical and emotional health. Best of all, this priceless medicine is fun, free, and easy to use.

Life has been a bit of a whirlwind for Hirschbach team drivers Ed and Tracy Zimmerman since recently receiving the 2019 TCA Highway Angels of the Year. At the core, the Zimmermans are just two people who helped out because they thought it was the right thing to do.

When thinking about your health while out on the road, your mind may go to eating healthier or fitting in more workouts. While these are both important factors to your health, there are other ways to stay healthy on the road.

Having some emotional support from your pet can go a long way when you’re, well, driving a long way. This is why Hirschbach has a pet policy for its truck drivers.

Here are some benefits to trucking with your pets:

Hirschbach drivers honored for rescuing a trapped motorist from a fiery crash just moments before car exploded

Kissimmee, Florida:

Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but the month of February celebrates more than your love for someone else. February is American Heart Month and it’s not about the candy hearts you munched on earlier this month. It’s about the heart that works hard to keep you alive.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for American men and women and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 647,000 Americans die from heart disease each year, which is roughly 1 in every 4 deaths.

People might think about chocolates and candy when Valentine’s Day rolls around, but not those of us in the trucking industry.