Bagger, That is very impressive and you are correct it is never too late to start working out. I have disk degeneration in L4-L5 and have sciatic pain daily and have used that as an excuse for not working out for 5 years and just got fatter and fatter. Truth is I can work out no problem as long as I do not do core rotational exercises or swing golf club much.
Ask any Orthopaedic Doctor or DC and they will tell you everybody our age has disk issues. Its called the gray hair disease.
As you strengthen your core, specifically your transverse abdominis, your L1 through L5 vertebra will get the support they need for weight bearing and even twisting exercises.
I workout with a Cardiologist who is stronger than I am, but he has 2 herniated disks. He turned me on to a very good Sports Medicine Doctor who encourages weight training even with disk issues. If you get a chance to work with a good Physical Therapist and/or DC and they understand the benefits of weight training, you might be able to regain most of your mobility without pain. Here's hoping anyway - best of luck.
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