Back update
So, I went and got a massage yesterday. I felt great afterwards, so I don't think this is a disc issue (quick! knock on wood). I think the 40 minute walk was a bit much (already), so! I need to tell the 'A' type side of me to back off, and stick with the plan.
20 minutes a day, 3 - 5 times a week. THAT IS IT! Until I get some more weight off, and get better into shape.
I'm still feeling sore, and tight, and painful, but it feels different today after the massage yesterday. I hadn't realized how many tight spots I had all over my entire body. But the massage found them ALL (wow, massages are painful?!!??!) I think my quads are pulling on my back, and that's where the pain is coming from. /crossesfinger

