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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

So it looks like I've agreed to do a 30 mile charity walk next year. I have 6 - 7 months to get ready and currently do nothing.

My offer of support has fallen through so any advice would be most welcome

(and yes I have been on google but hoping for pratical advice and support)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You'll get a load of men mailing you because they misread your thread title!

Try Meetup site maybe, look for local walking groups.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Hee hee....

Reckon I must have been doing something wrong when the thought of walking 30 miles appeals more than sex!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sorry but I limit my walking to once per day

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well done for volunteering.. Is this walk done all in one go or spread over 2 or more days? Is it on road/track or off road? What's the terrain like? Flat, hilly etc?

I'm no expert but done a few long distance walks and can say that road/track walking will hurt more than walking on grass.

The right footwear is Paramount and will depend on the terrain.

Take proper blister plasters with you.

Have a look at your local ramblers club, they grade their walks from easy to hard etc, they're usually a good few hours long and you will meet new people doing it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you were down this way would say I'd join you for some training walks. I did 26 miles for charity a while back, it was brilliant.

If you look online you should be able to find a training plan. Gradually build up, get suitable boots/shoes and kit and wear it in during training.

Tx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

See if there is a local hiking group.

My local one do various types of walks and some really rack up the distances, good way to socialise and pick up any tips from the more experienced walkers

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham


"So it looks like I've agreed to do a 30 mile charity walk next year. I have 6 - 7 months to get ready and currently do nothing.

My offer of support has fallen through so any advice would be most welcome

(and yes I have been on google but hoping for pratical advice and support) "

Get out into the dales and try a short walk.

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By *ce WingerMan
over a year ago

P.O. Box DE1 0NQ

If you're not allergic to dogs, ask Walkingtaff

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"So it looks like I've agreed to do a 30 mile charity walk next year. I have 6 - 7 months to get ready and currently do nothing.

My offer of support has fallen through so any advice would be most welcome

(and yes I have been on google but hoping for pratical advice and support) "

If you work, then simply walk to work from home if achievable, if not walk and then take bus or train..

Good luck

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By *issT35Woman
over a year ago

Cambridge

Are you doing the Isle of Wight half island trek in May?? I'm going to be doing that again next year. PM me for a chat x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm here for anyone wanting a Jim buddy.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You'll get a load of men mailing you because they misread your thread title!

Try Meetup site maybe, look for local walking groups. "

Guilty as charged

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Thanks all.

Its apparently a mix of paths, grass and sand in North Wales. My plan is to increase my activity over the next couple of weeks before even attempting a training plan. Fingers crossed!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Pooch and I are happy wanderers in the hills and countryside of North Wales.

My top tip is get some decent socks and boots . Wear them in , start with short walks and build up distance over time

The most important thing is to just enjoy being out in the open

Good luck x x x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"If you're not allergic to dogs, ask Walkingtaff "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm a hiker. I would suggest looking on the Ramblers website and finding your local group. You can do 3 walks before you have to join but even then it's very cheap. Most groups won't do 30 miles but you can use their knowledge and you might even find a walking buddy.

You could also put in some miles before a group walk and then join a Sunday morning walk for the last however many miles they're doing.

A lot of the groups are also on Meetup.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

our gp practise have a regular walk day with various members of staff to promote exercise - they do a short walk and a longer walk - the local pharmacies are joining in as well - as much as i dont like it or use it that much fb might be a good starting place to ask friends en masse

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Thanks all xx

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