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Hola peregrinos,
So, I've walked the Frances twice in the past 5 years, and while I managed to go the distance, I got tendonitis both times within the first week or two of walking. I'm trying to take steps to prevent that this time, as I did last time as well, but I kind of need to prepare for...
Thank you for sharing! I know I saw number and charts like these somewhere on the forum in the past, but couldn't find them for the life of me! I find it so interesting that the numbers peak in May then dip down again. I often assumed it rose after May and dipped down again after September, as...
Thanks folks! Yes, I believe I'll do the Frances again. I've thought about doing the other routes, and maybe will in the future if this one goes well... but I suffered from bad tendonitis on both of my previous Caminos, and I'm not sure if I could make it on those long stages.
Hi folks! Been here for a while but haven't been active on the forum since my last Camino, so thought I would reintroduce myself.
My name's Lindsey Cowie, a few of you may know me from my Camino advice videos I've been putting on youtube for the past 2.5 years. :) I did the Camino for the first...
On my second Camino I met a wonderful man who taught me how to be ok with being the last people out in the morning, to not worry about getting a bed because there will always be somewhere to sleep, and who didn't mind helping me over a fence to appreciate a view like this.
And for that I...
I am still making these videos. :)
Here are my most recent ones (that I've made since I completed my second Camino!)
My Second Camino!:
How to Get to St-Jean Pied de Port:
Hope they are helpful to someone. :)
I walked basically my entire second Camino this year in my Keen Whispers when my Salomon boots didn't work out too well for me. Wore them with socks. Got pretty lucky with the weather, but I even walked over a snowy peak at Cruz de Ferro in them. Luckily the trail was clear - dirty socks but...
Re: Re: How did your health change when you did your Camino?
I completely forgot about the leg cramps! Mine lasted my whole Camino and would always come at night whenever I tried to stretch out a bit. The pain would come shooting up both legs and I'm shocked I was able to avoid vocalizing my...
Re: Re: medieval pilgrimage?
I don't think it will, there really are all types on the camino. I honestly wouldn't be too surprised to see someone in medieval clothing in the Camino. You'll certainly get a lot of attention and questions so be prepared for the onslaught of curiosity!
Always thought it would be a good challenge for a future fiancee... let's walk the Camino and if we have the energy afterwards hobble down the aisle of the Santiago cathedral with our camino family in attendance ;)
I had a Camino romance... We don't share a language, as he speaks just a little English and I speak just a little Spanish. Sign language and international words go a long way! But meeting him was certainly a highlight. We've kept in touch for two years over facebook, and in just a week in a half...
Just wanted to mention that you don't need a shell. Many people like to have one, but if you have one, know why you're carrying it, I think.
My father (my walking partner on my 2011 Camino) insisted I needed one even though I didn't really care. So for 750 km I resented that silly shell that...
Hi,
I walked April 24 - May 28 of 2011. I never had a problem finding a bed, but in all honesty some people did. I'd say I saw it happen several times from Leon to Sarria. Some friends had to walk on or get a taxi, but usually the albergues brought out mattresses and let pilgrims sleep on the...
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