I am still downloading the blockchain to start staking, it's taking a long time 2 days downloading reached 30% I have very slow connection or the blockchain is really big.
It shouldnt take so long, it could be slow internet as you indicate.
I will get a bootstrap, or uppload the needed folders but not sure this would help if the issue is internet speed.
The positive side, your coins is already maturing, and will be ready to stake when you get synced.
There will be presented staking solutions when we have them ready, theese solutions will be very beneficial for small stakers.
Happy staking!
IW