“Mr. Rich Cribari is a beacon of wellness at his age; a wellspring of positivity; an astute and sharp businessman; a wise counselor; and a good friend. God has blessed Uncle Richie with the ability to exhort, encourage, teach, and inspire others to become the best version of themselves. In my experience, Mr. Cribari prioritizes integrity and sincerity in all his ventures. What’s more, he never hesitates to lend you a hand, let you borrow his ear, or speak an uplifting word to you at the right time. Overall, I would highly recommend working with this gentleman if you have the opportunity.”
— Christopher J. Irak Attorney at Law
“Richard is my brother and has always been a role model for all of us... I took his advice years ago and have made myself a better person in and out.. I workout everyday, feel great and believe you have to be active to feel better andd eat properly and your prayers of course.. GOD BLESS my brother and all his good advice and the help he wants to give to other people. GOD BLESS you RICHARD keep up the good work....”
— Janice M. Skylas
“A couple of years ago Rich came to me and said he wanted to make some changes with his health. At the time he was at the gym 5-7 days a week but he only focused on cardiovascular exercises. He wasn’t eating properly or incorporating strength training and flexibility into his exercise routine. So, we took Rich through a fitness assessment and set him up with a personal trainer to learn how to use the weights safely. A few months later he had a re-assessment and saw that his numbers were improving. This motivated him to continue and two years later, he is such a great example of how a person can better their health with a lot of dedication. He is definitely an ambassador of wellness. Not only for himself, but for other members at Omni and his employees as well. It has been a pleasure working with Rich and we will continue to encourage him on his wellness journey.”
— Jane Bogordos, MS, ACSM-RCEP Exercise Physiologist & Supervisor of Wellness, Franciscan Omni Health & Fitness
“I’ve worked with Richard on several projects over the past twenty years and have always been impressed with his work ethic, but in recent years he has added his knowledge of health and fitness. Because Richard’s passion for healthy eating and exercise, I’ve have started a morning stretch and calisthenics for my employees. This has helped build teamwork among the drivers. So, thank you Richie and keep spreading the word for good health!”
— Joseph Lombardo General Manager, OX cartage & warehousing, inc.
“Dick Cribari has been a friend for over 40 years. His honesty, integrity, and ethics have provided him success in all his endeavors.”
— Gary Murphy Sr.
“One of the most dedicated persons I know. I’ve known him for over 40 years - a real student of health. He looks fabulous.”
— Yan Wolfman Educator, Trainer, and Massage Therapist
“Thank you! I have visited your website twice now and it’s inspired me to go down into the basement and bring up the steel bar and plates that I haven’t used in 25 years. Walking almost an hour every day has been great; now I’m adding 45 lb barbell lifts. I’m starting slow for safety. It’s fun! Again, thank you, Rich!”
— Craig Matthews
“I have known Mr. Riccardo for a very long time. His passion for trucking has helped people in the industry and in general. Mr. Riccardo’s dedication to driver fitness is another reason I like him even more. Go Uncle Richie is my slogan! If Mr. Riccardo even runs for Senator I would vote Riccardo!”
— Luigi Demaio R2R Intermodal, Inc.
“I have known Richie for over 25 years and he has always been energetic, helpful and refreshing to work with. His caring about the trucker community and our industry is something you rarely see. Way to set a goal for others to follow!”
— John Cirrintano Equipe Container Services, Director of Leasing and Sales
“I have know Mr. Rich Cribari for 20 years. I have always been impressed with Rich personally and professionally. He has always been successful in his personal and professional life. I am exceptionally impressed with his commitment to the Trucking Industry and especially drivers. He is always looking out for their best interest. “Trucking Wellness” is a perfect example. He is doing this out of the goodness of his heart and because he is passionate about driver and health and fitness. I support him 100%. Of the 3.5 million drivers, approximately 500,000 drivers have diabetes. It is estimated that 69% of the drivers are overweight (defined in an unflattering way by doctors as obese) compared to 31% of normal workers in the US. Health is a huge issue and unfortunately, drivers have to be sitting while driving for up to 12 hours a day. The “Trucking Wellness” initiative can really educate drivers and help them become healthier. We believe the “Trucking Wellness” will result in drivers feeling better, having more energy, and living longer. Without drivers, our economy would stop. Go Uncle Richie. Let us know how we can support you.”
— Mike Burton President C&K Trucking Illinois Trucking Association Chairman Intermodal Association of North America Director
“I have been acquainted with Mr. Rich Cribari for two decades. Throughout this time, I have consistently admired Rich, both on a personal and professional level. His track record of success in both spheres is truly commendable. What stands out to me the most is his unwavering dedication to the Trucking Industry and, more specifically, to the well-being of drivers. An excellent example of this is the “Trucking Wellness” initiative, a project he spearheads out of genuine concern for drivers’ health and fitness. I wholeheartedly endorse his efforts.
Out of the 3.5 million drivers, a staggering 500,000 are impacted by diabetes. Furthermore, it is disheartening to note that an estimated 69% of drivers are classified as overweight or obese, a significantly higher rate than the 31% observed among the general workforce in the US. The health challenges faced by drivers are exacerbated by the reality of spending up to 12 hours a day seated while driving. The implementation of the “Trucking Wellness” program has the potential to educate drivers and support them in improving their health. We firmly believe that this initiative will lead to drivers experiencing improved well-being, increased energy levels, and longer lives.
The role of drivers in sustaining our economy cannot be overstated. Therefore, I extend my full support to Uncle Richie in his endeavors. Please do not hesitate to reach out and inform us of how we can further assist you in this important work. ”
— Ken Miller President (Managing Partner) StateWay Logistics