Long Distance Walking Top 5 Tips

[@davidb3070]

I’m just getting into walking in my early 50s so I’m building up to long distance each day I do 10 miles

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@davidb3070 how's the walking going, sorry I responded to this ages ago but just noticed there is no comment as response, 🤔

[@alimazimmer3819]

Tank you very much for sharing and offering very sensible advice. I am looking forward to distance hiking!

[@ExpeditionHiker]

What trails do you intend to try?

[@AnthonyJohnson1]

Great tips Andy. Tip number one resonates with me. As I’m planning to stay in B&B’s on the Pennine Way, it’s such a risk not booking them in advance as some places have very limited accommodation options, but you’re spot on that if you book everything in advance then you’re committed to having to take on the planned mileage each day.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

You can book 2 or 3 days before when you know you will make distance targets, but anything more can cost you if you don't make the distance in time, if camping generally if backpacking a lot of sites will let you on even if the site is full as they know you have no alternative as no car if walking and if no other campsite near by (well that goes for those that don't want to wild camp) can you do the Pennine Way by B&B's or is the distances to far in between each B&B? I would take a shelter in case of problems.

[@_____278]

Great video as always. Also I see you're nearing 1000 already, can't wait.

[@oo--7714]

Nice, I'm 20, but I walked 9 miles to a town far away and it was fun, it took a long time, but it was fun. I felt like a kid, more people should walk, it's a really good stress reliver, everyone should do it once a each 2 weeks.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Always good to get out and enjoy the outdoors it doesn't matter how far you go - it's being out that counts - each walk you do try going a little further each time, good luck on your adventures

[@anshul5705]

9 miles is no long walk

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@@anshul5705 9 miles might not be far to you or me but we all start somewhere and then build up our mileage as we gain experience and strength

[@freedomformen2548]

Yes walking is very healthy and the only thing you need is good shoes. No need for overpriced bicycles . Its simple and fun . And if your tired you just take a train or bus back home . Keep walking 😀👍

[@brad9205]

Wholeheartedly agree. And yes, brings back your childhood. Getting stung by nettles, splashing through water, picking a few blackberries, pulling sticky seeds out your socks etc.

[@freedomformen2548]

I hiked alot in the south of France this year and it was amazing . Even with the hot weather last summer , i really enjoyed the long distance walk . Love your channel ♥️

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks for watching, I want to walk the SW coast of France down to the Spanish border at some point and I am walking the D-Day landing beaches in June 2024 for the 80th anniversary

[@alialidjameleddine7285]

Hi Free men could you give me your fb and sharing ideas together about hiking, me too I'm a hiker and like nature and camping

[@Eric-en9hk]

Great advice, my friend. Walk with Jesus on the narrow road and you'll find eternal life. God bless!

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@@Eric-en9hk thank you

[@trytheoutdoors]

Thank you, sir. Great job.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

I hope the tips work well for you

[@yogeshbharath5912]

It's always great to learn from the experienced people. All the tips you have shared are very much valuable. Thank you for sharing

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thank you very much for your comment, it makes it all worthwhile when receive comments like yours, thanks again

[@NatureTheratree]

Thanks for the Tips!

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks for watching

[@DrunkOnWanderlust]

Fantastic tips here 🤗 great that your sharing them x I know I’ve overestimated myself at times on trails and not managed to complete my planned miles lol always good to have a back up plan and allow some spare days

[@ExpeditionHiker]

If you have all your kit on your back they it doesn't matter where you lay your head, a mile earlier or 10 miles further on the track - the joys of wild camping - thanks for watching

[@wendingourway]

Great tips for sure...always great to make sure to make realistic plans right from the start! Sure cuts down on the stress level during the journey. Thanks so much and take great care...Bruce and Otis

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks for watching

[@atrampinthehills.841]

good tips there Andy....

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks Steve, I hope it helps some people

[@uo9zzzyxwvutsrqp0nmkjihgfe43]

Hi is it possible to go for a 12 hour walk? My feet are in so much pain just from walking 5 and a half hours. Its my goal to do 12 miles.

[@elliottwright3772]

12 miles or 12 hour walk? 12 hours continuous walking will take its toll on anyone - it's not something you should be doing, unless you've got some one-off charity challenge sorted. Plenty of factors to explore. Build up your feet strength with daily shorter walks. Don't keep trying to reach that end goal every time!

[@michaelkores6860]

@@elliottwright3772 I would say never underestimate two very important factors: the weight of your backpack and the weather (heat/humidity). Without bachpack and perfect weather I would say 12 hours walking on one day is possible if the path is comfortable.

[@starwie]

I want to do a walk of 500 km (310 miles). But i have never done a long distance walk yet. My plan was to walk 10 - 15 km a day (6 - 9 miles) because im no exspert. And if i can walk more than that then i can always add some km on the way. I want to do this as soon as im done with school so that i can take all the time i need. For sleeping places i use a site where you can sleep in people's houses for a night for cheap. Theyre are so many locations on the site that i wont have to push myself to walk another city further. This way i dont need to take that much with me as in these houses i could charge my phone and have blankeds and everything. But yes after watching this it does sound stupid of me to not try out shorter walks before. So that will be on my planning now

[@user-fg3dz5kv7q]

How do you decide on the exact route? I have something similar in mind but it seems to be a bit dangerous to walk along highways like Google maps tell you to, and to walk across the fields around them sounds kind of awkward. Is that really the way to do it though?

[@peteswildlife]

Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful video. I am happy to subscribe to your channel. Kind regards and stay safe, Petes

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thank you for watching and subscribing

[@Adventures_with_Sog]

Great advice. 👍

[@adlanehichembriki220]

Thanks man 😊

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks for watching

[@livingdadream4616]

hi andy great knowledge there, gonna do my first ever big walk this yr well big for me im pritty fit but doing trek 26 in dorset for alzimires never walked any further than 8 miles in one go before. any prep tips woukd be great i know im gonna want a camel back for hydration as its it june and decent hiking boots

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks for the comment - what kit do you have at the moment and how long are you planning to do this walk over? Glad to answer further questions you may have, to have an enjoyable time

[@FloridamanForager]

Great tips man! I upload hiking long distance walking videos as well, just subscribed!

[@keithmcintosh8367]

Hi Andy a very interesting & informative video 👏 , I have been researching long distance walking training videos & pleased to hear that you have a army background, I am initially thinking of retracing my father’s footsteps for a Charity walk covering around 140 miles that his regiment undertook on a route march from Northumberland to Yorkshire back in 1941/2 before he went off to India & Burma, so how should I prepare for such an expedition at the age of 72 ? Thanks Keith

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@@keithmcintosh8367 hi, how much walking do you do now? Where are you planning to stay, camp or B&B's? Is the terrain cross country or roads as will depend on footwear? What time of year are you looking to do it? Cheers

[@keithmcintosh8367]

Thanks for the reply Andy so I play 18 holes of ⛳️ each week at these times, it will be on A/B roads etc similar to the route march taken from the Otterburn Camp in Northumberland to Thorne in Yorkshire , am thinking of doing the walk in the Autumn after a couple of months training ? & I plan to use B & B, doing a reccie later this month to see if it’s realistic for starters thanks Keith

[@jackph4206]

I've got a tip, build a bed to reset your spawn point, only requires wood, wool and dye.

[@axelotl4181]

Yes, and make a torch with a stick and coal

[@iTsCookieKing]

But pay attention! Only use red dye! It can be made from roses, if there aren’t any roses in your surroundings, don’t sleep.

[@Tristannn303]

When I turn 15 I’m gonna walk from Oregon to West Virginia

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Impressive stuff, I look forward to seeing your video on this platform

[@Tristannn303]

@@ExpeditionHiker I’ll try my best

[@ImKezo-kq4pq]

that's crazy did you do it

[@wa5herm4n32]

In 4 weeks I’m doing my first long distance hike the Yorkshire wolds way over 4-5 days, would you recommend doing practice hikes of around 15-20miles with a heavier backpack than will be used on the actual trail to try and build yourself up faster so it’s easier on the day? (We arnt the fittest lads but it’s for charity so failure isn’t an option)

[@ExpeditionHiker]

It can help to do practise walks carrying the weight you would on the Yorkshire wolds, I wouldn't carry anything extra as you won't find any benefit or it be any easier if only 4 weeks before the trail, get use to the weight abd the rucksack you are using, how far are you thinking of walking per day on the trail? As I say in the video build up day by day don't just plan day 1 to do the same as the last day, also try a 2 day, with full kit, a practise run - dial in your kit, don't take to much clothing but enough to be comfortable, practise putting up tent straight out of your pack, also try at dusk when getting darker, or even at night by headlamp light, plan where you can get water/food along the way so not carrying to much at one time, I hope that helps? Anymore questions?

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Layout all kit taking, take a pic of it and send it to my email [e-mail] And I will check it over

[@ManjitRayVlogs]

I walk 25 km today ❤

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@@ManjitRayVlogs A day walk or part of a multi day walk?

[@ostinpowers3081]

Im planning 430km walk next year... Any advice? Im experienced half marathon runner in mid 40s...but i had never walked this way... We intended to score this milage in 7-10 days

[@JaidenPlaysGames.]

Watching this 7 and a half into a 15 mile walk.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Thanks

[@Simsandwichoffical]

i have planter fasciitis and my feet really need proper comfort and protection.. Any specific shoes you think are best for long distance ?\

[@ExpeditionHiker]

I had PF some years,ago, I would suggest surefeet innersoles, I went with the blue version, they solved my PF as for shoes I would probably go with salamons if you have a narrow foot, if you have wider feet I would go for menidl's - for trail runners look at innova shoes

[@4to6months]

Hey buddy, i live on the isle of man. We have a parish walk which covers 85 miles in 24 hours, i can only every get to peel which is 32.5 miles! Blisters are the inconvenience of all inconveniences ive tries everything nothing works

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Hi, try zinc oxide strapping before the start of a walk strap your heals up, runners do it before marathons, I do it before long walks, if you get the extra sticky type it will stay on for about 5 days if you get your feet wet

[@4to6months]

@ExpeditionHiker thanks buddy, my heals seem to be OK it's the balls of my feet 😅 get hugh blisters there. I'll definitely give that stuff a go next year 👍🏽

[@GageRichard-r3f]

I would like to ask what do you think of nine hours walking because that’s the long walk I’m going to be taken and the longest ever walked was four hours ?

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Is this a multi day hike of 9 hours a day or a day walk? It depends on the season, amount of light, what footwear you have, boots/trail runners, socks - amount of gear carrying, if you haven't walked that far I would suggest take your time, take trekking poles, take breaks, have plenty of snacks/fluids

[@SS-sg4eg]

How often do you take a break ? I mean after how many km's of non stop walking you'd take a break and how long these breaks are ?

[@ExpeditionHiker]

I generally do not stop for breaks along the way over a day, but do stop to film locations and create the video, so in a way I would probably consider that a break. I eat as I walk, snacks/water in reachable pockets so I don't need to take off my pack. but having breaks works for most people, if think about 2 to 3 breaks over the day, mid morning, lunch and mid afternoon, 20 minutes 'ish per break - if feet are feeling tired, maybe take your footwear off let your feet air out or maybe a couple of stretches so you don't get to tight throughout the day and fatigue

[@SS-sg4eg]

@@ExpeditionHiker I'm a beginner and after 20km's I usually can't walk anymore and I have to rest for an hour or more, do you suggest any way to reduce all the feet and legs and back pain ? Because I have the stamina to walk more but the body pain stops me.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@@SS-sg4eg stretching before the start of each day will help, build strength gradually - weight in pack are you taking to much kit that will cause pain, (I might do a short video on putting on a pack properly as can make a big difference) if carrying kit wrongly you will feel in in back, shoulders, neck and upper legs. electrolytes and drink plenty of water - they will help with salts to stop cramps and pains, good innersoles in footwear helps with fatigue

[@peterc2248]

Any tips on toughening the feet to minimise soreness?

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Good worn in shoes/boots and good trail socks, stretch feet out at start before putting on footwear and end of day after hike, I use a tennis ball and roll my feet on it at the end of the day, as soon as set up camp take shoes and socks off to air feet

[@SakuraandSesshomaru]

Whenever I try to walk far my toes cramp up and twist and then I can no longer keep my balance and can’t stand any longer. It’s probably cause I have bad arthritis.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Sorry to hear that,I know the pain as I have arthritis in my knee and awaiting a steroid injection - is there anyway a doc can fix your arthritis?

[@SakuraandSesshomaru]

@@ExpeditionHiker No there is not. You can’t get shots in your feet. And when I got the shots in my knees it made it worse. I think the issue with my knees was when I fell and hurt myself and didn’t heal properly.

[@aaronlebabo3927]

I used to walk 50 km once a week, but these days I walk 30 I don't know if highblood medication has impact on my foot. Since I take them I can't walk 50 km anymore.😭😭😭

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Sorry to hear that you have to reduce your distances, I can't walk so far as my younger days mainly as have arthritis and prone to joint aches more but as long as still keep getting out there enjoying the land being outdoors that is all that counts cheers

[@adamdorris4081]

Beer beer beer!

[@px30silver4ever]

dehydration 😍🥰💓

[@davidsalas9755]

In ancient times, people actually traveled by foot with little money and little food little medicine they faced bad weather.

[@imuellermani]

Hahahah, no wayyyyyy

[@xenotype3258]

Bring a change of socks. And some goldbond menthol!

[@SometimesMyself]

Baaaaaaaa! Baaaaaaa! BAAAAAAAAAA!

[@emperorjoshuaabrahamnorton1162]

i wish you spoke english

[@ExpeditionHiker]

@@emperorjoshuaabrahamnorton1162 I do, although I am Welsh

[@Rustie_za]

Tip for great videos - LOOK INTO THE LENS not to yourself. I just stopped watching.

[@ExpeditionHiker]

I am improving on that, as now have a new camera and looking in the right place

[@pootersnacks]

i used to ride trains freight trains and that involves sometimes walking 20 30miles a day,,, the way i do things cause i chose destinations tracks dont go.. so hiking with a 50 pound pack 8-13 hours a day really tests ones build... one of the problems i have had is walking tensely and hurting my hip {just soreness } but when that happens i rest and change my style of walking and engage my core more.but concious walking and sheer effort of hiking with that big of a pack seem to make everything a bit sore until im a week or so in.