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There are many times in life that we don't quite get things done as we planned, for various reasons! Don't be so hard on yourself. If you don't complete it this time, that doesn't mean you"aren't cut out for it". It just means that things didn't work out this time. Now back to the present - there is some good advice above, about your knee, buses, and rest. Take the bus to Leon and see how it goes! Make the trip an interesting and positive experience no matter how much of the Camino you walk.I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
This may be a suitable pep talk upon occasion - but it would often be bad advice! Quitting is often the best thing to do. And, you should not focus on what you might have missed. Rather you should focus on what you have done, learned, and hope to do in the future.Think of what you will be missing by giving up. Quitters never win and winners never quit.
Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
I had a similar problem in 2014. I was ok going up the Pyrenees but went toes up coming down and damaged my knee. The next day I only walked 15 km from roncesvalles and the pain became intolerable on any of the declines. I caught a taxi to zubiri, met a lady in the cafe who told me about her knees, then went straight to the pharmacy and bought a super duper knee brace that worked a treat. Yahoo, i was on my way! All went well until we got alto de perdon. I slid down the gravel slope as we were leaving. I thought my ankle was ok, however, by the time we got to Manaru my ankle had blown up to the size of a football. I limped to lorca and then caught a taxi to estella, where i went to a doctor. He prescribed 2 weeks rest, so i trained, bused and hitched rides to Leon where i met a wonderful naturopath who used acupuncture on my ankle. It was a miracle !!! I was up and walking within 2 treatments. Between estella and Leon I was always the first in to the albergue, due to public transport, but I still had the opportunity to meet wonderful people, go out for a pilgrim dinner or bar with a group and above all enjoy myself. That was part of my camino! Everyone's Camino is different. I did not get to walk with my friends, but I had a great time!! Get medical advice, definitely get walking poles and look for the things you CAN do, buen Camino xxLet's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
We have all had the days. See if you can get a knee brace from a pharmacist. Walk only what you are able to do. It is your camino.Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Just sending you a big hug and lots pf cyber support and encouragement.....Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Some good practical advice. As a fellow with wonky knees, poles were invaluable as were some sleeve braces that I faithfully wore each day.Are you using walking poles? If not they help a lot but you tube how to use them as a lot of folk talk them for a walk, it takes a while to get the flow.
Also consider how much weight you have in your pack, are you overloaded?
Hope it comes good for you. My hips and knees ached a lot at first you do get stronger in the first week but listen to your body if you have an injury.
My knee played up big time on that section. I ended up having to stop every few metres and swing it, then walk a few more steps. I thought i would have to stop. After 2 days the symptoms completely disappeared. I get the same thing when i first start on long distances again, not so badly. Lack of training and warm up. Not sure of course if you have the same issue...Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Praying for you. May the Lord strengthen you and take care of you and give you peace. May he direct your steps and give you the desires of your heart.Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
There are many Caminos. If you would like, try doing a much shorter one. The Camino Ingles (English Way) is much shorter and it is The camino de Santiago in full. .....Just a suggestion.Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Have a nice dinner and see if you can find a person to talk with
Let's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Update, April 2:
Thank you all so much for your encouragement, advice, and support. I do have a knee brace that I wear on and off, due to the nature of my injury I shouldn't wear it constantly. I will look into a compression brace though.
I've decided to go as far as Logroño, bus to Leon, and then bus to Ponferrada. In the past two days I made it to Puenta let Reine and Lorca, and I've found that 8 miles is my upper limit, and that I really enjoy being able to take my time. Since I have a graduation ceremony and a flight I have to make, I knew I'd be rushing a bit I prefer this slow pace far more. That, and all the wonderful replies here have helped me come to terms with my condensed Camino. I'll still be making it to Santiago, just with a little help, and that's okay.
Also, I've heard about the bag carrying service, but I'm not sure how it works or how to get it.
I walked with somebody for a bit who was having her bags transferred each day to her next stop. There were little envelope forms available at the albergues; she put some money in the envelope, attached it to her backpack with a rubber band or safety pin and left her bag with the others piled up in the front room, waiting to be transferred. It seemed pretty easy to do. I suppose, if you don't speak Spanish, you could point to the pile of packs you see in the front foyer and shrug to the hospitalero/a and they will show you what to do.
Personally, I would wear a compression brace. It controls the swelling and supports and stabilises the joint. And in that weather it would also keep it warm. After your walk RICE (rest, ice, compress, elevate. As a pain specialist I would recommend, if your medical history permits, two paracetamol and an anti inflammatory 6 hourly with protection for your gut as wellLet's just say I've had a rough first day. Firstly, I decided to begin in Pamplona rather than SJPDP as i originally planned. This was based mostly on a hunch, and because I wanted to see the Good Friday procession. From Pamplona I only made it as far as Zariquiegui, in driving rain and discovering that my bad knee doesn't like the weather change, the trails, or the slopes. I know there are bad days and good ones, and I've already planned to bus from Logrono to Leon to cut down on my daily walking, I am afraid of reinjuring the joint with how its doing. And I don't have the time or money to add days to my intenery.
I want so badly to complete the Camino, but a small part of me just wants to go home, ice my knee, and accept that I might not be cut out for this.
Update, April 2:
Thank you all so much for your encouragement, advice, and support. I do have a knee brace that I wear on and off, due to the nature of my injury I shouldn't wear it constantly. I will look into a compression brace though.
I've decided to go as far as Logroño, bus to Leon, and then bus to Ponferrada. In the past two days I made it to Puenta let Reine and Lorca, and I've found that 8 miles is my upper limit, and that I really enjoy being able to take my time. Since I have a graduation ceremony and a flight I have to make, I knew I'd be rushing a bit I prefer this slow pace far more. That, and all the wonderful replies here have helped me come to terms with my condensed Camino. I'll still be making it to Santiago, just with a little help, and that's okay.
Also, I've heard about the bag carrying service, but I'm not sure how it works or how to get it.
Why no response from Cirrus after a week? Did she give up or did she heal some place around Punete la Reina and move on? We may never know.
There are so may of these "whoa is me" threads that seriously concerned pilgrims respond to with worthwhile advice which seem to go unheeded or at least never getting a response. Very sad.
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