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Why Project 61?

Long, sedentary hours behind the wheel, poor sleep, fast food, and constant stress make trucking dangerous in more ways than traffic reports reveal. It isn’t just risky on the road; it’s hard on your health. Too many drivers are dying decades too soon, leaving families to grieve lives cut short. Project 61 is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit determined to change that. Support Project 61 and help give drivers longer, healthier lives.

70%

of truck drivers are obese, 2x more than U.S. adult workers ^{1, 2}

2x

the rates of heart disease and depression compared to the average U.S. worker ^{3, 4}

2x

higher rates of diabetes than the general population ⁵

How we Help Drivers.

Project 61 is built for trucking and life on the road. We give drivers practical tools, challenges, and community support that fit their lifestyle.

Project 61 takes a holistic approach to driver health through the 5 Axles of Health™—because lasting health is about more than just one good habit

5 Axels Of Health Icons_Fuel_Icon-1 Fuel: Eating and drinking to maximize health, energy and recovery.

Move: Maintaining strength and mobility without a gym.

Recharge: Sleeping and recovery so your body and brain can reset.

Mental Drive: Managing stress and staying connected to the community.

Preventive Maintenance: Protecting your health for the long haul.

A Driver Health App Built for Life on the Road

Project 61’s mobile app helps drivers and their families take small, meaningful steps toward better health, with the support of a growing community.

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For Myself

For My Fleet

Project 61 Mobile App

Company-Wide Health Challenges

Driver Health Video Series

Driver-Ready Recipes and Restaurant Guides

Pre-Trip Warm-Up Routines

Real Drivers. Real Change.

This is the only program I have ever had interest in and actually stuck with. Their program is getting this old man moving and eating healthier!

Joe M.

OTR Driver

I love the app! It's user-friendly and easy to follow. I love that I get to know my coach, and it has helped me build my confidence and given me a routine that's easy to follow. It's my one-stop shop for health!

Pamela R.

OTR Driver

I’ve lost 10.1 lbs since joining, and my whole family is getting into it. We’re eating healthier, going on walks together, and making time to be active as a family!

Aaron M.

Safety Manager

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Shift Into Gear

Download our free app and get your drivers engaged in our driver health program.

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Everything Project 61, In One Place

Explore the Project 61 media kit to learn about the truck driver health crisis, our mission, the impact we’re making, and how the industry is coming together to create change.

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Our Mission

Project 61 is a nonprofit spearheading the movement to help truck drivers live longer, healthier lives through awareness, education, and free resources built for life on the road.

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Truck drivers are dying at an average age of 61.

Our Mission

Truck drivers are dying at an average age of 61.

Why Project 61?

70%

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How we Help Drivers.

A Driver Health App Built for Life on the Road

Real Drivers. Real Change.

Join the Movement

Pledge Your Support

Fuel the Mission

Shift Into Gear

Everything Project 61, In One Place

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