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I mean, you sound pretty fit already, probably much fitter than many of us who had no issues carrying a pack of a similar weight. So I wouldn't suggest anything other than maybe doing some long walks with your loaded pack in the 6 weeks you have...
I have a +/- 1cm displacement in the sacro-iliac and have lived with lower back pain for near 40 years. 6 weeks of novel exercise isn’t going to change a thing. I actually find carrying my properly fitted and loaded 7-10kg backpack a lot more...
Though we can give you general give IMO it is better to consult your GP / health practitioner or PT for detailed advise.
What works for me might be counterproductive for you .
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...
I really can't tolerate heat very well, and the last weeks of September were perfect. But, a lot of people last week in September/first in October from Sarria and in, I must say, if that matters.
Depends on whether you want lots of company and the maximum of facilities. Early September is likely to be very busy - peak season. If you start at the end of September then numbers should be decreasing. Most albergues and bars will still be open...
I need to change Camino plans that have been in place for a while.I was originally scheduled to walk for three weeks, May 3-25. Something has come up and I need to move my trip to the fall. I would appreciate any suggestions about when in...
Thank you! I have the Village to Village guide for the Norte and I have been looking at the apps. My Brierly guide for the CF has a lot more details on the road walking and about the towns, I was hoping to find something like that. Are there any...
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