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Health and Wellness on the Camino de Santiago Trail

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The Camino de Santiago is a transformative pilgrimage that winds through picturesque landscapes, ancient villages, and historic sites. For seniors embarking on this journey, it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, challenge themselves, and discover inner strength. Here are essential tips to ensure your health and wellness during this remarkable adventure.

Walking the Camino when you’re overweight

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This question comes up quite often- can I walk the Camino if I’m overweight or not in the best physical shape? And the answer is- DEFINITELY! I can’t tell you how many people I’ve seen walking the Camino of all shapes, sizes and physical abilities. You won’t be looked at funny, no one will judge your size or pace, and people respect each other and their journeys. Most travelers aren’t in the best shape or aren’t accustomed to walking long distances each day, and that’s ok. Everyone sets their own walking tempo and they arrive when they arrive.