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Oh absolutely...race is the last thought I have about this. I think I'm just rationally scared because I've never done it...but definitely the priority will be listening to my body. I was just curious about the "possibilities" around the stagesYes, sometimes there are buses and usually you can get a taxi.
But, most importantly, try to plan within your limits. Often there are places to stay in the middle of a guidebook "stage" and it's OK to stay wherever you like. Take plenty of breaks. Check your guidebook or app to see where there are cafes or shops - take a picnic if there is nothing en route.
Remember it's not a race. Go at your pace and you shouldn't have too much to worry about.
Well this is very normal and healthy really, because it will mean that you are less likely to go above your limits. But in reality everyone who has been in the same position as you will tell you that you will soon get in to your rhythm, and the path can help take your mind off of the worry.I think I'm just rationally scared because I've never done it...
As you go along your Camino, you will see taxi phone numbers in various bars, albergues, traffic signs, etc. Note the numbers whether you need them or not; "just in case." A lot of them will also indicate numbers and services in the next stages. I have almost two dozens phone numbers from Orisson and Borda to San Paio and Lavacolla just before Santiago over the 2022 and 2023 when I did my pilgrimage because I know my physical limitations. I used one of them after my rebuilt right knee gave up coming down El Acebo towards Reigo de Ambros. Do not mind the many, many New York/Boston marathoners along The Way. Enjoy your Camino. Enjoy the Camino. Buen Camino pilgrim. Ultreia.Oh absolutely...race is the last thought I have about this. I think I'm just rationally scared because I've never done it...but definitely the priority will be listening to my body. I was just curious about the "possibilities" around the stages
A couple thoughts come to mind from your post: 1) as @trecile suggested, plan extra days into your Camino, and 2) listen to your body. Although I didn’t take any rest days on the CF, I should have. There is a fatigue factor to deal with and it builds across a month of walking. Plan rest into your Camino.Big stupid question: what if, in the middle of a stage, I realize I can't really walk anymore? For whatever reason, fatigue, pain, etc. How others have treated this? Are there buses usually between towns? Can you call a taxi if it's really the only chance? Thanks for any insight
I got sick half way through my Camino ( last two stages, Leon to Santiago)..Fever and diarrheal illness. I had prebooked so slept in and took a taxi to the next day’s lodging. After two days like this I was okay and walked the last 5 days. Average cost of taxi was 18 euros (worth it).Big stupid question: what if, in the middle of a stage, I realize I can't really walk anymore? For whatever reason, fatigue, pain, etc. How others have treated this? Are there buses usually between towns? Can you call a taxi if it's really the only chance? Thanks for any insight
Never underestimate the rejuvenating powers of a real iced Coca Cola (yes, I was rewarded with a COKE machine in the middle of nowhere when I'd about given up....) and/or an orange juice. Nothing tastes better when you are exhausted and "all in". A brief rest, and you may be able to continue to your destination, or at least to a place you can pick up a ride.Big stupid question: what if, in the middle of a stage, I realize I can't really walk anymore? For whatever reason, fatigue, pain, etc. How others have treated this? Are there buses usually between towns? Can you call a taxi if it's really the only chance? Thanks for any insight
No shame in taking a bus or taxi!Big stupid question: what if, in the middle of a stage, I realize I can't really walk anymore? For whatever reason, fatigue, pain, etc. How others have treated this? Are there buses usually between towns? Can you call a taxi if it's really the only chance? Thanks for any insight
Taxis are greatBig stupid question: what if, in the middle of a stage, I realize I can't really walk anymore? For whatever reason, fatigue, pain, etc. How others have treated this? Are there buses usually between towns? Can you call a taxi if it's really the only chance? Thanks for any insight
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