Truck driving looks different depending on the route—but nomatter the miles, your health and well-being matter. At Carter Express,supporting driver wellness isn’t about one-size-fits-all advice. It’s aboutrecognizing that regional, dedicated, and team drivers face differentchallenges and making sure every driver has the support they need to feel goodon and off the road.

Whether you’re running longer regional routes or enjoyingdaily home time on a dedicated account, here’s how wellness shows up behind thewheel—and how Carter helps make it possible.

Wellness on Longer Routes: Staying Steady, Not Stretched Thin

Longer routes can be rewarding, but they also require moreplanning—physically and mentally. Fatigue, stiffness, and stress can creep inif you’re not intentional.

Smart habits make a difference:

• Move when you stop. A short walk, light stretching, or even a few minutes outside the cab helps circulation and reduces stiffness.
• Fuel your body, not just the truck. Balanced meals and steady hydration go a long way in keeping energy levels consistent.
• Protect your sleep. Creating a simple bedtime routine—especially on the road—helps your body reset.

Our regional drivers benefit from home time throughout the week and most weekends, weekly minimum pay, and steady freight—so you’re not pushing harder just to keep your paycheck consistent. Less stress behind the scenes means more energy for the road ahead.

Wellness on Shorter Routes: Consistency Is Key

Shorter routes and daily home time bring their own wellness advantages—but they also come with busy schedules and quick turnarounds.

Healthy habits for shorter runs:

• Use home time to recharge. Quality rest, good meals, and time with family help you start each shift refreshed.
• Stay ahead of tension. Repeated loading, sitting, and driving can take a toll—stretching before and after runs matters.
• Keep routines predictable. Consistency supports both physical health and mental clarity.

Our variety of dedicated opportunities offers steady freight, predictable schedules, and daily home time—helping drivers maintain aroutine that supports long-term health, not burnout.

Team Drivers: Wellness Through Balance and Communication

Team driving requires trust, communication, and awarenessof each other’s limits.

Strong teams focus on:

• Respecting rest time
• Speaking up when fatigue sets in
• Supporting each other’s wellness routines

With stable freight and steady miles, Carter Express team drivers can focus on running safely and efficiently—without the pressure ofunpredictable schedules or high-stress runs.

A Supportive Culture Makes the Difference

Driver wellness isn’t just about personal habits—it’s about the environment you work in. We are committed to creating a supportive culture for our drivers, along with a strong safety focus and steady freight, which all play a role in reducing stress and helping our drivers stay healthy long-term.

With options like:

• Regional routes with home time throughout the week
• Dedicated runs with daily home time
• Team opportunities with consistent miles
• Weekly minimum pay and quarterly bonuses

Drivers can choose the path that best supports their life—not the other way around.

Wellness Is a Long Game—and Carter Is In It With You

Whether your route is long or short, wellness matters everymile of the journey. For us, the goal is simple: help our drivers build careers that are sustainable, rewarding, and supportive of life beyond the driver’s seat.

If you’re looking for a driving opportunity that respects your time, your health, and your future, take a look at current CDL-A opportunities with Carter Express and find the route that fits your life best. Becausea great career shouldn’t come at the cost of your well-being.

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