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Sergio Rojas

[Former] Driver Wellness Advisor

Sergio Rojas, a 2018 HDT Truck Fleet Innovator, began his career as a personal trainer, nutritionist and health coach in 1997. Certified in a variety of nutrition and fitness disciplines, he holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, was a health expert for NBC for 11 years. In 2016, he turned to wellness in the trucking industry, and became director of wellness at Hirschbach Motor Lines. He now runs a wellness consultancy called Vitality by Sergio, where he helps companies develop programs for wellness, emotional intelligence and leadership.

Articles•by Sergio Rojas•October 3, 2019

How Human Touch Could Improve Driver Health [Commentary]

Human touch is far more profound and connected to our mental and physical well-being than most of us think or realize.

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Articles•by Sergio Rojas•August 8, 2019

How Truck Drivers Can Stay Hydrated – and Why it's Important

When it comes to hydration, truck drivers seem to have a conflict of interest. Most drivers believe they cannot drink much water because it will lead to more bathroom breaks, which affects not only their ability to make on-time deliveries, but also their earnings.

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Articles•by Sergio Rojas•April 10, 2019

5 Ways Truck Drivers Can Sleep Better

Lack of sleep impacts our mood, our ability to focus, and even our motor skills. Worse, it has been tied to multiple health issues. That's why getting regular quality sleep is one of the biggest challenges long-haul drivers face.

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Articles•by Sergio Rojas•February 20, 2019

What's the Best Diet for Truck Drivers?

While some drivers over-eat regularly, the majority do not – including most overweight and obese drivers. Yet many drivers continue to gain weight and worsen health risk markers such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood glucose.

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Articles•by Sergio Rojas•January 2, 2019

Commentary: Reducing Driver Stress Can Pay Huge Dividends

Stress is a part of everyday reality. In fact, a certain amount is actually beneficial. But too much stress, or not learning to manage our stress, can destroy our health.

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