Put your boots on NOW! Feet change over the years! Go For a daily walk. Baby your feet, starting now. Wear your pack. Poles are great to use.
start slow, low miles in the beginning.
have fun! It all works out.
congratulations on jumping in!
After Conques, I found it was not quite as nice as the first part from Le Puy. Fewer places to stay and longer distances. So, I would suggest something else.
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