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[QUOTE="Deleted member 56069, post: 494807"] With the work out program you have done, you are probably fitter than most that start their pilgrimage. I also do light weights as part of my training and believe it is essential as it is not all about how fit your legs are. Take trekking poles if you don't already have them. They are tremendously useful ascending, descending hills and for navigating muddy portions of the trail. I use mine almost 100% of the time even on the flat portions as it helps to develop a nice smooth rhythm to walk. As others have stated, make changes to your attire as you walk during the day. There is a certain momentum to walking and sometimes you tend to keep going rather than making small adjustments to clothing that would increase your comfort. If any thing feels off, particularly your feet and stop right away and deal with it. I often found I needed to retighten my laces 20 to 30 minutes after starting each day to make sure my shoes were optimal. Getting your shoes and socks off at least once a day is wise as is changing out your socks if your feet are at all sweaty. If you do develop a hot spot on your foot, slap a Compeed style bandage on it before you develop a blister. Blisters are much harder to manage. Make sure you take breaks and get your back pack off once an hour or so and stretch a bit. But most importantly, always be in the moment and soak it all in. Don't be thinking of the next village or your destination for the day, just focus on your current surroundings and enjoy it! [/QUOTE]
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