This is my first Camino Frances walking, cycled once before
I am now 16 days in and my advice to anyone thinking or preparing to hike.
Spend some time choosing and buy proper fitting hiking boots or shoes and good quality socks
The number of pilgrim's with blisters and injuries and foot problems is upsetting to see. To enjoy the experience then you should be able to walk at least 4 hours a day without worrying to much about blisters for at least 5 to 6 days in a row.
If you intend hiking with your pack be ruthless, 10kg max and do not feel bad if you need to send it by transport when tired.
Top athletes always take rest days to stop injuries, you should as well. Listen to your body and most of all remember this your Camino.
I am now 16 days in and my advice to anyone thinking or preparing to hike.
Spend some time choosing and buy proper fitting hiking boots or shoes and good quality socks
The number of pilgrim's with blisters and injuries and foot problems is upsetting to see. To enjoy the experience then you should be able to walk at least 4 hours a day without worrying to much about blisters for at least 5 to 6 days in a row.
If you intend hiking with your pack be ruthless, 10kg max and do not feel bad if you need to send it by transport when tired.
Top athletes always take rest days to stop injuries, you should as well. Listen to your body and most of all remember this your Camino.