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Chubby asthmatic :)

limor

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Time of past OR future Camino
September 2014
Hello everyone,

I plan to walk the camino this September. Unfortunately I only have time for the last week, from Sarria to Santiago. I’m not really fit ... how difficult is it?

Thanks
 
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The hardest bit will be walking up the stairs into Portomarin! Enjoy the beautiful countryside considering the towns less said is better. Plenty of albergues so you don't have to complete the recommended stops if you are feeling tired. Avoid the so called Pilgrim's Pavillion Os Chacotes just before Palas de Rei -very new but its a modern day version of Dante's Inferno. IKts a shame you only have a week, just when you feet stop hurting you will walk into Santiago! Buen Camino!
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Unfortunately I only have time for the last week, from Sarria to Santiago. I’m not really fit ... how difficult is it?
Here is the profile. It has some ups and downs, but fewer than earlier on the route. Many pilgrims have been walking for a month when they get to Sarria, so find the last segment relatively easy. However, starting in Sarria it may present a bit of a challenge for you! Buen camino.

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Hello Limor just be aware that some of the albergues are solid stone walls and may well have a dampness in the air you breath at night (which may or may not trigger your asthma depending on how severe you suffer) There are of course alternative places to stay so it is possible for you to avoid them.
Buen camino have a wonderful week's adventure.:)
 
Hello Limor, this isn't meant to sound discouraging or spiteful but if you are not in shape why would you undertake this journey. I don't believe anyone needs to be a trained athlete to complete the Camino but you open yourself up to many possible injuries if you are not some what physically prepared to walk 63 +miles. Over the last couple of years it seems like the number of serious injuries are on the rise. (of course there is more people walking but)..... things like knee injuries or foot issues don't go away when you get home.

You are the only one who knows your body and what it's capable of. So many times you see responses of encouragement and comments like the Camino cares for the pilgrim, or go and enjoy, and oh I know someone who did it and they had some illness but it is not enjoyable or easy if you are hurt. Having one Camino come to an abrupt halt because of a partners injury was a psychological kick in the head.

Maybe take some time train , see how your body reacts. If you are not a walker or familiar with long hikes you might want to plan for a Camino in the future.

Limor you are the only one who can answer your question.
 
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...this isn't meant to sound discouraging... but if you are not in shape why would you undertake this journey. QUOTE]

Except that it does.

Because she is perhaps intrigued and has the time and wants to go.

Limor, consult with your physician first of course, but if you get the go-ahead - GO! Above all, take it slow and listen to your body. Pack lightly! I cannot stress this enough. Take walking poles with you if you can, they help immeasurably on the inclines but most especially on the declines.

So go and get your taste of the camino and Buen Camino to you.
 
Sheesh said,
Pack lightly! I cannot stress this enough.

OK...I'll stress this a lot.

Packing for a Camino,

1. Do you have a pack already? Is it your Dad's from any recent, or ancient conflict?
A. Did you get it from a friend?
B. Did a salesman in a hardware store convince you that's it perfect for any type of hiking?
If the pack can hold 30 kg/66lbs...believe me you will try to fill it.
Read the threads in the Forum on what to pack and how to reduce overall pack weight.
Then, follow this simple gauge:
1. Remove anything you think you "might" need.
2. Replace personal hygiene items with travel size. You can replace along the Way.
3. Repack and weigh...should be about 10% of your body weight...not counting water and some food for snacking between albergues.
4. Really, remove anything you think you might need.
5. The night before you depart...HONEST...remove anything you think you might need.
6. Repack
Have a great Camino...the Camino is with you all the Way.

Buen Camino,

Arn
 
May You be Blessed in your decision, Your heart will decide you can,,always, your head... will argue.
somewhere in between lies your path.
Peace
 
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Hello everyone,

I plan to walk the camino this September. Unfortunately I only have time for the last week, from Sarria to Santiago. I’m not really fit ... how difficult is it?

Thanks

I saw all shapes and sizes of people on the Camino - you are going to love it! I am a fat old man ....... if I can do it you can :)
 
Just make sure your boots or shoes are worn in first. If they're not then wear them everywhere you go between now and when you leave. This'll help minimize or highlight any potential foot problems. Just travel at your own pace and you should be fine. You'll have a great time.
Buen Camino
 
Thanks everyone for the encouraging responses.
My main concern is about the uphill roads... but I'll just take it slowly (and keep my backpack extra light)
The Camino is the first thing ever that made me exercise, so that's already a good thing!
Peace :)
 
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Sheesh said,

OK...I'll stress this a lot.

Packing for a Camino,

1. Do you have a pack already? Is it your Dad's from any recent, or ancient conflict?
A. Did you get it from a friend?
B. Did a salesman in a hardware store convince you that's it perfect for any type of hiking?
If the pack can hold 30 kg/66lbs...believe me you will try to fill it.
Read the threads in the Forum on what to pack and how to reduce overall pack weight.
Then, follow this simple gauge:
1. Remove anything you think you "might" need.
2. Replace personal hygiene items with travel size. You can replace along the Way.
3. Repack and weigh...should be about 10% of your body weight...not counting water and some food for snacking between albergues.
4. Really, remove anything you think you might need.
5. The night before you depart...HONEST...remove anything you think you might need.
6. Repack
Have a great Camino...the Camino is with you all the Way.

Buen Camino,

Arn

Have to say something about # 2. I take travelsize shampoo, shaving oil, sunprotection, but i have never found any travelsize along the way.

I was always forced to buy a full bottle of whatever. Then i just ended up re-filling my travelsize and either throw or give the remainders of the big bottles away.

Where to buy travelsize? Has anyone ever seen them?
 
Thanks everyone for the encouraging responses.
My main concern is about the uphill roads... but I'll just take it slowly (and keep my backpack extra light)
The Camino is the first thing ever that made me exercise, so that's already a good thing!
Peace :)

Uphill just seems tough and yes, can be exhausting sometimes, but going down again is much harder on the body. Maybe not so tiring as going up, but unknowingly it asks alot more of your body then going up.
 
I start my with travel sized toiletries (shampoo aside...I purchase the smallest size usually about 6-9 oz that serves for washing, hair, etc.). The smaller bottles will last me two weeks. No singing in the shower for me. And, a mouth full of toothpaste it too much, use sparingly.

limor is traveling from Sarria and should easily replace anything along the Way.
 
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Our Atmospheric H30 poncho offers lightness and waterproofness. Easily compressible and made with our Waterproof fabric, its heat-sealed interior seams guarantee its waterproofness. Includes carrying bag.

€60,-
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Just a general question: who has found travelsize toiletries along the way.
 
Hello everyone,

I plan to walk the camino this September. Unfortunately I only have time for the last week, from Sarria to Santiago. I’m not really fit ... how difficult is it?

Thanks
Hey from one chubby asthmatic to another!! And an ancient one at that!! Of course you can!! Believe me...this I know a little bit about...you absolutely can. Just remember you inhaler(s) and you will be absolutely fine. I was on the Portuguese in 08 and solo on the Frances in '11. And going again in September. So if a chubby, asthmatic grandmother can you can. And don't let those stairs in Portomarin scare you...they're nuttin but a flight of stairs!

Welcome and Buen Camino!
 

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