In Search of Santiago

28th of May – A slight change of plans

I just had second my second visit to the physio in Ponferrada. The treatment was excellent, but there’s still a fair bit of pain. I left the clinic with lots of advice on stretching, strapping, medication and how to get myself through the final stages to Santiago. I have to say the medical services that I’ve called upon so far in Spain, mainly farmacias and physios have been absolutely excellent.

22nd of May – Another Day Off | Recuperating in León

Today was a day of relaxation and recuperation. I slept in, had a leisurely breakfast, and then went in search of a good physio. A very helpful receptionist at my hotel managed to arranged a physio at the other side of town, so I caught a taxi over there. The physio center was obviously of a very high quality, as depicted around the walls with all the newspaper cuttings of the famous sports people who used the facility.

21st of May – A Struggle | Walking to León

Today was not easy. For many reasons. Some of those internal struggles have resurfaced, and took up much of my thinking time today. But also of concern, was the physical. About 5 kilometers from Leon I started getting pains in the front of my shins. Oh no, I thought, not shin splints!

13th of May – Foot Care and Blisters on the Camino

One of the major topics of conversation amongst pilgrims when walking, stopping for a cafe con leche or at dinner in the evening is of course, blisters. Most people seem to suffer from them at one point and of course all have their own techniques for treating or avoiding them.

11th of May – The Big Challenge

Today will probably be my greatest challenge so far physically in walking the Camino. Due to accommodation availability, I had two options today, either walk really short, 10 or 12 kilometers, or go long, which will be about 31 kilometers. I’ve decided to try the 31. It’s going to be a challenge, I know that. But I won’t be stupid.

7th of May – The Way to Navarrete

Camino Videos – Day 9?  I’ve lost count… A Typical Breakfast   90 Pounds Wet   Clothing and Avoiding Sunburn   Inspirational Pilgrims   Fishing Story   Approaching Logroño   Allotments   Logroño   Church Logroño   Swans   En Route to Navarrete   Listen to your body   Icing Heels   Final 2 kms   Final kilometer   Made...