What to Wear
SHOES
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Walking shoes are different from running shoes, and you need to find the kind that work for you
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Get your shoes from a store with expertise in fitness, not from a department store
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You should train alternating between 2 different pairs of shoes
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Bring both pairs to the walk
LINKS WITH MORE COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION
http://thewalkingsite.com/shoes.html
https://www.active.com/walking/articles/how-to-choose-the-right-shoes-for-walking
SOCKS
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Socks should be comfortable and form-fitting – blisters form when sock material slips and creases
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Choose a material other than 100% cotton so that they do not retain moisture
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Change your socks in the middle of each walking day
LINKS WITH MORE COMPREHENSIE INFORMATION
https://www.t3.com/us/features/best-walking-socks
https://www.socksaddict.com/blogs/news/10-best-socks-for-walking
https://www.ems.com/how-to-choose-socks
CLOTHES
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Use your training miles to figure out exactly what you will wear during the walk – think about things from your sports bra and underwear to your socks and sneakers, and your belly bag – so that you know what will work and what won’t
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Since you will be training during warmer/hot weather, choose clothing that will allow sweat to evaporate and keep your skin dry – synthetic fabrics dry quickly, while cotton absorbs sweat
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Wear layers that can be removed as you warm up and replaced while resting or as the day turns cooler.
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In the rain (yes, you should train in the rain), wear a waterproof outer layer with secure closures around your neck and wrists to keep you dry
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LINKS WITH MORE COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION
https://www.verywellfit.com/marathon-walking-strategy-clothing-and-gear-3432801
https://freshlinecool.com/choose-right-clothes-long-distance-walk/