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The purpose of the study was to design, develop, and evaluate a wellness program for the bus and trucking industry. This program Will provide information and training to drivers and employers on issues involving fatigue, health, good work habits and healthy lifestyle choices. The scope of the research consisted of (a) a literature review of existing driver health and wellness programs, (b) the development of a draft core wellnese program, (c) a plot test of the core program, (d) an evaluation of the programs effectiveness , and (e) the development of a marketing strategy
Significant improvement in exercise fitness as measured by blood pressure, body mass index, pulse rate, flexibility strength, and aerobic capacity were found among the Getting in Gear plot project paticipants. Al of the participating drivers said they would recommend the program to fellow drivers.
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