Truck driver health is in crisis—but change starts with one small step. In this episode of The Think Small Podcast, host Alex sits down with Bob Perry, known as The Trucker Trainer and founder of Health in Transportation and FitDrivers.com, to unpack the real cost of poor driver wellness—and what fleets can do to turn it around.

From skyrocketing healthcare claims to the rise of GLP-1 drugs, Perry reveals why quick fixes aren’t the answer. Instead, he shares how nutrition, movement, and mental health support can reduce turnover, prevent disqualifications, and keep drivers safely on the road.

In this episode:

• The hidden link between driver wellness and fleet safety
• How poor nutrition at truck stops fuels chronic disease
• The role of mental health and the 22 by 22 Veteran Awareness Campaign
• Why 300,000 drivers are disqualified every year—and what can change that
• How companies can implement low-cost, high-impact wellness programs

About Bob Perry:

Bob is the founder of Health in Transportation and FitDrivers.com, a veteran wellness advocate, and a leading voice in improving truck driver health across America. His programs help fleets integrate scalable wellness solutions that protect lives—and reduce costs.

Learn more: 🌐 fitdrivers.com 📧 bob@fitdrivers.com