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Cclarkandkaren replied to the thread How to choose a Camino Prep Fitness Program?.You’ve gotten some very good advice here. I can only offer a few specific areas/ideas. I’m starting the Camino in less than 2 weeks. Although I bicycle 200-300 miles a week I still have a few fitness issues to resolve. For muscular endurance...
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CIt sounds like you will be starting your Camino with a lot of expectations. In my experience, this leads to a disappointing and boring Camino. My advice would be to worry less about your Cumbayá avoidance strategies and go with an open mind and...
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Cclarkandkaren replied to the thread Cancelling Camino - Soliciting Advice.You might consider having your pack transported for you each day, assuming you were walking with your pack on your 20km. If not, and it was without a backpack, then.. yes… serious concern. Otherwise, the only thing I can think of would be getting...
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Cclarkandkaren reacted to PeteAJ's post in the thread What exercises to do to strengthen lower back? with
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I like the idea of finding a physical therapist for specific exercises. Just my own experience.. I have pretty mild scoliosis and yoga has gotten rid of my lower back pain. Child's pose, cat/cows, a gentle low cobra feel really positive for me. -
Cclarkandkaren replied to the thread What exercises to do to strengthen lower back?.No. Cycling has been part of my life for almost 40 years and in no way a detriment to any physical aspect. The back issues were caused by a variety of injuries long before cycling became an integral part of my life. I’ve hiked several 3-5 day...
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Cclarkandkaren reacted to C clearly's post in the thread What exercises to do to strengthen lower back? with Like.
Well, I am 75 and don't even know what those exercises are, let alone be able to do them. However, I can carry a 5-7 kg backpack and walk for 20 km/day. The backpack needs to fit you right and transfer weight to your hips and legs. Your specific...
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Cclarkandkaren replied to the thread What exercises to do to strengthen lower back?.Thanks! I was thinking to do more core strengthening work. I'm not an "avid" hiker....though it's not a huge effort to walk 6-10km at night after a 100-150km bike ride earlier in the day. I do worry about waking up ...6 or 7 days into the French...
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Cclarkandkaren posted the thread What exercises to do to strengthen lower back? in 🩺 Health & Medical Topics.I'm about a 6 weeks away from beginning the French Camino. Depending on how I feel when I get to St. Jean, I will either take a train back to Portugal, or continue on to Santiago. In the meantime, I have an question regarding what specific...
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Cclarkandkaren replied to the thread Traveling from Texas.The best way.. the most direct..fly into Paris and then take a train to St. Jean.
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Cclarkandkaren replied to the thread Nuremberg - Santiago - Finisterra -Starting the end of April 2024.Originally yes… but haven’t seen Texas in a few years and no immediate plans to change that status! I’m hopeful I’ll find a “significant other” on the journey.. but ..that’s not a priority. Thanks!
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