OFFICIAL PERKINS TRAINING WALKS
The team at the Perkins hosts several training walks in the lead-up to the big event. These walks help build your fitness and they're a great way to meet your fellow walkers. After each training walk, stick around for a chat – the coffees are on us!
There are four walks you might wish to join. You can RSVP for as many as your feet allow!
TRAIN FOR THE WALK
Training for the Walk is essential. Even if you are doing it over seven days, it’s still a good idea to get in some training before the big day.
Below are 6 tips to ensure you’re ready to take on your 35km or 42km.
Avoid wearing new shoes. Instead wear some that have been walked for at least a few weeks in to avoid blisters.
Even on cloudy days, always don a hat, apply sunscreen, slip on the sunnies and cover up as much as possible.
Drink and carry plenty of water – hydration gels are also good.
Fuel your body if you're tackling a long walk – pack plenty of snacks.
Charge your phone so you can keep in touch with your friends and take pics!
Keep on footpaths and stay alert while crossing roads. Look out for oncoming traffic.
TRAINING GUIDE
Get ready for the big Walk with this 11-week training guide designed to build endurance and get you prepared for the big day. Download it here.
FOOT CARE TIPS
PODIATRY WEST ADVICE
- Blisters are normal, and the most likely blisters you'll get are the ones you've had before. Expect them, and have the best prevention in place for that blister site before you get to the start line.
- Anywhere you have a callous is highly likely where you'll blister (fun fact: callouses and blisters are caused by the same forces).
- These areas will blister with increased activity. Find the best prevention for that anatomical location and have it in place before you get to the start line.
- If you're not sure what the best prevention is for your predicted blister sites see a local Podiatry WA sports podiatrist. Find one here.
- Or search the Blister Prevention website here.
