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It gets mentioned a lot. Here is a not-comprehensive smattering of threads concerning foot care in the Forum:I have read hundreds of questions and comments regarding very important subjects in this Forum and I am surprised to see that there is no concerns of " how to take care of your feet " during the Camino.
And shoes? I know the topic has been done to death here, but much of the advice is general, and I'm after some time specific advice/thoughts.
I'm starting my first camino at SJPP on Sept 2 and I'm struggling as to which pair of shoes to bring. I'll be walking the meseta in Sept when it is likely to still be warm, and the Galician mountains in early Oct. I have 2 pairs which are lovely to wear - a pair of Merrell Moab goretex shoes which are waterproof but give me prickly heat the minute the temperature goes above 20, and a pair of Merrell Moab Ventilators, which keep my feet cooler but are only showerproof. I will be bringing a pair of Teva sandals for shower/evening etc.
Any thoughts please?
And shoes? I know the topic has been done to death here, but much of the advice is general, and I'm after some time specific advice/thoughts.
I'm starting my first camino at SJPP on Sept 2 and I'm struggling as to which pair of shoes to bring. I'll be walking the meseta in Sept when it is likely to still be warm, and the Galician mountains in early Oct. I have 2 pairs which are lovely to wear - a pair of Merrell Moab goretex shoes which are waterproof but give me prickly heat the minute the temperature goes above 20, and a pair of Merrell Moab Ventilators, which keep my feet cooler but are only showerproof. I will be bringing a pair of Teva sandals for shower/evening etc.
Any thoughts please?
This a new one on me where did you hear/read about this Graham.apply Vicks vaporub generously every morning,
There are one or two minor issues with my feet that flare up from time to time. Just before I left on my Camino I visited my podiatrist in an effort to forestall any such issues. I told him I was going on this long trek, that I didn't want any problems with my feet, and could he please "fix me up." He did what he needed to do with my feet and ended by clipping all my toenails, something he is not in the habit of doing. When I commented on it, he replied that he was doing so because he didn't want any bad vibes coming to him from the Camino. Good thinking, I thought........Nicely trimmed toenails helps too.
Alf - Count the number of posts on this thread and you'll almost have the number of different ways people take care of their feet!!I have read hundreds of questions and comments regarding very important subjects in this Forum and I am surprised to see that there is no concerns of " how to take care of your feet " during the Camino. In my experience, I have done the Camino four times, the special knowledge of how to take care of our feet is one of the most important subjects of the Camino....and foot problem is one of the most frequent problem preventing a pilgrim to reach Santiago.
It would be interesting to have the advices from the veterans in preventing foot blisters and any other preventable problem
that may interrupt the 800 plus Kms to Santiago!
Does anyone would like to comment on this?
Shoes at least one full size bigger than your normal and rub in foot oil each evening and in the morning.I have read hundreds of questions and comments regarding very important subjects in this Forum and I am surprised to see that there is no concerns of " how to take care of your feet " during the Camino. In my experience, I have done the Camino four times, the special knowledge of how to take care of our feet is one of the most important subjects of the Camino....and foot problem is one of the most frequent problem preventing a pilgrim to reach Santiago.
It would be interesting to have the advices from the veterans in preventing foot blisters and any other preventable problem
that may interrupt the 800 plus Kms to Santiago!
Does anyone would like to comment on this?
Any particular tea Anna?I soak my feet in a strong tea solution during the last couple of weeks before leaving for the Camino. This hardens the skin. ( a ballerina tip). Anne
I think consider:
Even with new ( & expensive) boots replacing the insole with a better supporting one before training / starting
Taping toes before walking
Cut nails
Calf stretch before starting and during day
Prophylactic use of compeed/tape on hot spots
Loosen laces ( this worked but I was never sure if I had under anticipated how much my feet would swell -boots were +1 size bigger, not enough?)
My non walking footware. ( Alberque to town lightweights ) were very light with little support - I wonder if I should have had a better. & heavier second shoe
I found elevating my feet in the evening was pure joy
Make full use of any foot baths with ice cold mountain water, (CF)
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