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  1. dutchwalkagain

    Keeping Motivation for Pre-Camino Walking/Training.

    I too find walking at home quite boring compared to walking in Spain. 1) it's (often) too hot here in Florida to fully enjoy very long walks outdoors . So I limit mine to 3 or 4 miles and an occasional 6 miler when the weather is cooler. This prep has always worked just fine for me on my...
  2. dutchwalkagain

    Peripheral Neuropathy and walking the Camino

    Hi :) My husband has Neuropathy and was nervous too. We went last June for 3 weeks and he LOVED it. Had barely any pain during our walking weeks. Which was a huge bonus for him. We walked only up to 17 km a day . And he was happy he had his hiking poles. We're going back coming April for another...
  3. dutchwalkagain

    Getting in shape for the Camino

    After having been on the Camino 5 times I would suggest just be smart about it. Start the first week slow and see how your body responds. No need to keep yourself to the stages in books. I took 4 days instead of 3 to get from St Jean Pied de port to Pamplona and am glad I did. As far as prep...
  4. dutchwalkagain

    Best way to deal with plantar fascitis and best shoes to wear

    Visit a good podiatrist. I got custom made insoles and after some adjustments, they work great on my Camino's . I wasted lots f $ on insoles you can buy in stores, but they didn't work for me.
  5. dutchwalkagain

    Neuropathy tips

    Thank you. I found the trailgaiters on amazon and will get a pair for him. Happy for you that you were able to do the Camino . Enjoy the last stretch .
  6. dutchwalkagain

    Neuropathy tips

    SO happy for you that you were able to walk again and even doing caminos! 👍👏👍. I understand everyone reacts differently but it’s definitely encouraging to read this . We’re researching boots now and already have the poles . We do have prescriptions in case needed . I think when we start our...
  7. dutchwalkagain

    Neuropathy tips

    Thanks all . I need to rephrase it . Not looking for medical advice . More practical tips that we might not think of . We obviously have asked his podiatrist and neurologist. They said ‘give it a go ‘ and indeed just check for hot spots often . We will make sure his feet are taped well ( I...
  8. dutchwalkagain

    Neuropathy tips

    planning my 5th ( 20 days only ) Camino . My partner will join me for the first time . He is planning to walk limited miles daily and forward by bus or taxi as needed . He has neuropathy and both feet are numb . Any tips about Camino and Neuropathy are welcome . Thanks

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