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Thank you. I’ll be in SJPP on the 12th and while crossing the Pyrenees is a dream of mine, I understand the associated dangers with ill weather. I do wish it’s open though once my time arrives.
TreadLabs: four different arch heights for the base, with a wide variety of replaceable cushions. https://treadlabs.com/
I have also used Powerstep on Camino. https://powerstep.com
Both of these offer a high arch option which is hard to find...
I am convinced that yoga and targeted stretching is the key, at least for me. Strength may not be helpful if you cannot move. My back gives me issues and at age 60 I finally discovered the magic of morning and evening stretching and some yoga...
I would NEVER check my backpack. If it is lost or if it takes a few day to get your luggage you are screwed. Carrying your backpack through an airport is a good final runthrough before your camino. Also when you arrive and I am sure you will be...
With 42 days I don't think that you'll need to skip any sections at all. It's very normal to complete SJPdP to Santiago in 35 days or less. I was 58 when I walked my first Camino and I walked from SJPdP to Finisterre in 35 days.
As @peregrina2000 says, you can usually change to an email for verification. Also, for logging into your bank account, it is better to use the bank's mobile app. I don't think you need to go through 2-factor authentication then. (Correct me if...
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