SAMPLE DAILY MEAL PLAN
· · · · ·
· · ·
· · ·
· ·
Without sleep, there can be physical and mental decline, as well as coordination and agility issues.
· · · · ·
· ·
TREAT YOUR BODY LIKE EQUIPMENT Treating your body like a piece of equipment begins with recognizing that your physical capacity is one of the most valuable tools you bring to the job. At the end of the day, it is about making small, sustainable changes and shifting the way you think about daily routines. Pre-shift warm-ups become as essen- tial as inspecting a rope or checking a saw. Intentional hydration, electrolyte intake, and meal planning function like proper fueling for a chipper or loader— preventing stalls, strain, and unneces- sary wear. And evening recovery habits, from stretching to sleep hygiene, serve the same purpose as end-of-day mainte- nance on the tools you expect to last. The message from emerging guidelines is clear: when arborists view themselves with the same care and attention they give their gear, they improve perfor- mance, reduce injuries, and extend the longevity of their careers. In many ways, teaching crews to think – and care for themselves – like athletes may be one of the industry’s most overlooked safety tools, and one of the simplest to implement.
· · ·
· · · · · · · ·
· ·
·
· · ·
· ·
·
ArborTIMES ™ Winter 2026 | 35
Made with FlippingBook - professional solution for displaying marketing and sales documents online