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It seems that your schedule allows for several weeks of rest between your two walking adventures.I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
I am 76 and planning to walk the Camino Frances during April and may. I have walked the full Camino several times. I have always completed it in 30 days. I am planning on shorter distances this time. I have attached my schedule to give you some idea as to what might be comfortable for you.I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
Maybe you should consider that bicycle trail that runs the length of the Danube River. Downhill all the way, of course.At 72 I've given up walking Caminos and switched to a bicycle. It's so much easier, and great fun. Of course it's not like it used to be, but it'll do ... And when the hills get too steep I'll get an ebike. If you love the Camino, why stop? Ultreia!
Maybe you should consider that bicycle trail that runs the length of the Danube River. Downhill all the way, of course.
I’m in my mid-60’s and have walked the CF & Norte ( about 5 weeks each) along with other shorter ones. Assuming you’ve prepared yourself physically and sorted out the proper footware & socks that work for you before you leave.The following are a few things I continually need to remind myself no matter how many Caminos I’ve walked.I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
Then I guess the 22,000km walk from Capetown to Magdan is out of the question.2850 kms is a bit long for me but given it is higher at the start and lower at the end maybe a pair of roller skates might help?
I think this is the best advice in this whole threadI’m in my mid-60’s and have walked the CF & Norte ( about 5 weeks each) along with other shorter ones. Assuming you’ve prepared yourself physically and sorted out the proper footware & socks that work for you before you leave.The following are a few things I continually need to remind myself no matter how many Caminos I’ve walked.
1. walk at your pace & not anyone else’s pace even if that means walking on your own. No matter how interesting the conversation may be - too fast a pace & for too long a distance will suddenly or eventually lead to injury. You can always meet up at the next coffee stop or at an albergue.
2. Listen to your body and not your mind when deciding your distances. Leave all of your plans & itinerary behind once you start walking. Is that a real burst or energy am I running on adrenaline or have I had few cups of wonderful Spanish coffee? Do I need to reduce your distance today? Do I need to tuck in early to rest tonight?
3. Hydrate more than your think you need even if you need extra bathroom trips. Hydration protects muscles, ligaments,joints.. don’t short change them just to reduce your bathroom stops.
4. Pack light & use walking poles = less stress on the joints, back, etc. and have saved me from some falls.
5. Be prepared to flex- your schedule, your pack, your sleep , your equipment, your route … sometimes we hold on to something that is actually making it tougher. Let it go or change and continue your camino.
inoI have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
I was 60 when I hiked the Camino Frances and the main problem I had was boots--boots that I had worn shortly before when finishing the much more rugged John Muir Trail. Since then we have done several other Camino routes (including the last section of the French Vezelay route last year) wearing trail runners, which has solved most of my foot problems (bunions remain, but not an issue). I am 80 and I hope to be able to do another Camino route (or a similar route in France) later this year. I don't think that walking four weeks+ is appreciably different than walking two weeks. Unless you injure yourself by pushing too hard, you should get stronger as you continue. If you feel pressed for time, you also could consider doing the Frances in sections. Good luck!I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
Age shouldn't be an issue, I always feel great arriving in Santiago, and my legs dont want to stop. But I think with age comes some sensibility, about looking after yourself, and preparing yourself. Take care with the things that matter; good shoes, hydation, a comfortable pack, blister care etc. And getting fit before you go.I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
Hi, some great advice here. The only issue you may find (psychological and physical) is post Camino when your body and mind are objecting to the change in routine and the fact you're not getting up and walking 20 odd km with the sun at your back illuminating the path in front of you. Walk your own Camino and most importantly enjoy !
The generalized tiredness is not a problem. I am tired after every single day of walking 20 km or more, but every morning I am surprised by how much my body has recovered. If you do not sustain any specific injury, then a week is plenty of time to regenerate after the physical effect of walking 500 miles.I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older.
If you walk as you have indicated then the likelyhood is you will finish stronger than when you started. A question might be "Will I be mentally ready for a July trip having just walked 800km or will I be mentally sated?I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
Big thanks KimR. Excellent points, especially 2, 3, 5. Thank you.I’m in my mid-60’s and have walked the CF & Norte ( about 5 weeks each) along with other shorter ones. Assuming you’ve prepared yourself physically and sorted out the proper footware & socks that work for you before you leave.The following are a few things I continually need to remind myself no matter how many Caminos I’ve walked.
1. walk at your pace & not anyone else’s pace even if that means walking on your own. No matter how interesting the conversation may be - too fast a pace & for too long a distance will suddenly or eventually lead to injury. You can always meet up at the next coffee stop or at an albergue.
2. Listen to your body and not your mind when deciding your distances. Leave all of your plans & itinerary behind once you start walking. Is that a real burst or energy am I running on adrenaline or have I had few cups of wonderful Spanish coffee? Do I need to reduce your distance today? Do I need to tuck in early to rest tonight?
3. Hydrate more than your think you need even if you need extra bathroom trips. Hydration protects muscles, ligaments,joints.. don’t short change them just to reduce your bathroom stops.
4. Pack light & use walking poles = less stress on the joints, back, etc. and have saved me from some falls.
5. Be prepared to flex- your schedule, your pack, your sleep , your equipment, your route … sometimes we hold on to something that is actually making it tougher. Let it go or change and continue your camino.
Everyone's physical state differs, as does their 'state of well-being'..I walked the Frances for my 80th birthday in 2015 and the reason I cancelled the Portuguese for this, my 86th year, is because of the pandemic we are still in. If it were me, I'd definitely save it for your Iceland excersion. In the end, I think you'll know intuitively. All the best.I have previously experienced 2 week long Caminos and felt physically great at the end. I am now planning to walk the CF starting after Easter. What I am wondering is after such a long walk is my body likely to need recovery time? I don't intend to push myself to walk longer stages than feel comfortable. The reason I ask is that in July I have a trip to walk the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland, rebooked after Covid delays. I don't want to endanger that experience by wearing myself out walking the CF. I'm now wondering if I should delay my CF plans or maybe walk a shorter route. I'm in my mid 60's and can no longer just take my body for granted!
I would be very grateful for any feedback on the physical effect of walking 500 miles as you get older. (Mind state I'm capable of dealing with.)
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