Fuel up: Top 10 high-protein travel snacks for on-the-go tradespeople
From hard-boiled eggs to protein bars, these portable, high-protein snacks keep you energized and satisfied when you just can’t stop.
Lifestyle & Health
Building calm: How a meditation practice can benefit contractors
Meditation can improve your stress levels, your sleep, and even your relationships, meaning that this ancient practice might just become your most valuable tool.
Mental health and construction—the silent killer
Suicide rates in construction are among the highest in any industry due to long work hours, a high-pressure environment, job instability, and mental health stigma.
Construction Suicide Prevention Week: An industry-wide effort to save lives
Construction Suicide Prevention Week is September 9-13 to raise awareness about the alarming mental health challenges the industry faces.
14 tips to prevent lower back pain in a physically-demanding career
Reduce lower back pain with effective strategies that rebalance your muscles, reduce inflammation, and help you move better.
The truth about salt: Debunking 6 myths every construction pro should know
Studies have shown that moderate salt consumption—around 2,300 milligrams per day for adults—is healthy for most people. But choosing the right kind is important.
Want to look good and feel better? The benefits of hiking for construction professionals
Hiking is a low-cost way to reduce stress, improve heart health, lose weight, and feel happier.
Building better mental health in the construction industry: Understanding the gut-brain axis
Dietary decisions and lifestyle choices directly influence gut health and mental health via an intricate network called the gut-brain axis.
Chemical exposure and hearing loss in construction
When combined with loud and constant noises common to construction sites, exposure to certain chemicals can lead to auditory damage.
UTHH top picks: Best protein powders for construction workers 2024
Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed Whey Protein and Momentous Grass Fed Whey Protein Isolate are some of our top picks for the best protein powders of 2024.
Blood pressure is high in construction: 6 healthy habits to lower it
Regular physical activity, good sleep, a healthy diet, and implementing a bedtime routine are habits that can help reduce blood pressure.
6 off-the-job breakfast ideas you need to try
Burritos and sandwiches and smoothies—oh my! These mouth-watering breakfast recipes are a great way to fuel your day.
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