Well, I started seeing a chiropractor the day I posted this - I could not take the pain anymore. He has been working 'straightening' me out. It has helped, a LOT. What I think has helped more is the fact I am concentrating on my abs after my cardio. 50 -100 situps & crunches. Even though my tummy feels like heck, my back pain is down to an occasional twinge.

Gala - I too am hoping to be in the MCM next year. Hopefully I can start serious training by the 1st of the year.