Most people by the time they reach their 30s and 40s will have some form of minor disc degenerative and arthritic changes in their spine but will not be symptomatic. Degeneration is just part of the normal aging process, which can be accelerated from trauma.

I’ve worked with enough clients to know that people need to feel soreness after their workout to believe it is effective.  And what better places to feel soreness then in their trouble spots.  But when is the intensity too much?  How much soreness is actually ok?