What to do before embarking on a journey

What to do before embarking on a journey

October 09, 2023
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Outdoor activities

What to do before embarking on a journey

A journey, as is known, is a spiritual experience like no other, but to fully live this experience, careful preparation is essential. Organization prevents encountering inconveniences.

TRAINING

Before embarking on a journey, physical preparation is crucial, but one shouldn't imagine engaging in strenuous gym sessions or running countless kilometers. Simply training to... walk!

By planning ahead and having a "schedule," within a few months, you can be ready to walk for several hours a day, just as you will during the actual journey.

You can start by covering a few kilometers, perhaps on flat terrain, and then gradually increase the intensity of your walk, setting a goal in terms of time and trying to reach it by the end of the walk. You can further enhance your training by covering more kilometers per day or choosing terrain with elevation changes. You might also consider training with a backpack to recreate the same conditions you'll have during the journey. The important thing is not to embark on the journey unprepared to minimize the risk of injuries. If you truly want to challenge yourself, try our journey "LA VIA DI SAN BENEDETTO: DA NORCIA A MONTECASSINO".

ORGANIZATION

One important thing to know is that every journey is divided into stages. Typically, at each stage, there are refreshment points and places to sleep. The number of stages (or kilometers) to cover each day is at the discretion of the traveler, depending on their needs and physical preparation.

Planning the stages is crucial; it helps you understand how many kilometers you'll need to cover each day and thus how long your journey will last. Gather information about the itinerary you'll be taking and how it's organized. If you want a pre-organized journey, try "LA VIA DI SAN FRANCESCO: DA LA VERNA AD ASSISI" Check accommodation and refreshment points for their opening hours and closing days. Keep an eye on the weather to avoid getting caught in a storm without shelter. Decide in advance what time of day you prefer to start your journey; this will help you make the most of daylight hours and reach your goal on time.

While organizing your trip, remember to pack your backpack carefully so you don't forget anything. For this, take a look at our article "WHAT EQUIPMENT TO USE DURING A JOURNEY."

MAPS: PAPER OR DIGITAL?

Setting off on an adventure, yes, but always organized! If you're a fan of traditional methods, prepare with a paper map that you'll always carry with you. Make sure it's updated with all the routes, refreshment points, and accommodations. If, on the other hand, you're a technology enthusiast, there are plenty of apps that allow you to follow the route on your phone. You can plan everything in advance, marking the places where you'll stop or those you want to visit with appropriate labels. And what if you're in an area with no signal? Don't worry, these maps are designed to work offline as well-safety is the most important thing.