I met a young guy in Sahagun who had planned to walk to Santiago in 30 days just like so many people manage to do. His beginning was similar to yours and he was forced to shorten his days so by the time I saw him his thirty days were almost up...
SJPDP to Roncesvalles in one day is not for sissies. But you survived. Yes for the next few days there will be some pain and you should travel slower. Don't give up. I speak from experience. Good idea, if in pain, to skip the down hill into...
Be kind to yourself. You are young and have many ups and downs ahead of you. Heal, enjoy your time on the Camino in whatever capacity and for however long your are able. I did not walk the Camino until I was 65 years old. You are quite fortunate...
Thank you for the kind words and anecdote, this was very encouraging to read. I realize this is not a race and taking it easy and enjoying what I’m able to experience is more important than getting to the finish line. It’s really all about...
@Ladybaguette, firstly, welcome to the forum. Secondly, stop knocking yourself for something that was not really within your control. Injuries happen, it's how we respond to them that matters.
As I am still recovering from having broken my ankle...
Sorry to hear this.i ended my walking in Leon in 2017 as had a bad swelling and red rash on leg plus a fever .i ended up in hospital in Leon for 10 days with cellulitis being the issue . On release I took train to Santiago and flew home crest...
I am sorry to hear of your injury. On my first Camino in 2015, I waited too long to get a reservation at Orrison and feared an injury myself, so decided to walk to Valcarlos to spend the night. It worked out perfectly for me to stop half way to...
Obviously seeing some sort of doctor as soon as possible would get you the best and possibly specific advice.
Self-care might include anti-inflammatories, kino-taping, and rest. Future prevention, once it heals, might involve stretching and...
This site is run by Ivar at in Santiago de Compostela.
This site participates in the Amazon Affiliate program, designed to provide a means for Ivar to earn fees by linking to Amazon