Lower back pain?

Most of us here at Richmond Balance have spent the last week sick, and unfortunately with the benefit of community comes the disadvantage of sharing germs. If you've been around the gym or the studio, we apologize for any sniffles or flu-ish feelings.

One thing that EVERYONE should be looking out for, however, is lower back pain, because it might not be from a little over-exertion at the gym. Dehydration is a common cause AND symptom of a myriad of common illnesses, but you won't just feel it in your mouth; your kidneys will start telling you, in the form of what feels like back pain. If you aren't careful, this can even turn into bladder infections and the like, so bottom line:

DRINK YOUR WATER. It will help prevent sickness, flush out your system if you're a bit under the weather, and help you avoid just one more ache or pain.

(And a neat trick to predict some sniffles? Check the barometric pressure: low barometric pressure can induce sniffles!)