Toby, I think the only way to know for sure of skiing is a reasonable activity for you is to try it (eventually). But I'd definitely do it in an environment where you're in control of your commitment. That is, with small ambitions and the willingness to bail if things aren't feeling good. You'll know you've got good friends if they're willing to go out with you fully understanding your situation.<br><br>I started skiing again after I could jog three miles with no pain in my back. I figured that if it hurt jogging, it would probably hurt skiing.<br><br>You're probably wondering if you could herniate the disk more? Ask your doctors what they think.<br><br>If your inner voice is telling you that skiing seems a little extreme right now...well, then there's your answer.<br><br>I gave up jumping in my mid-20's, but still enjoy a good, clean mogul run. I try not to fall and attempt to ski smoothly... (see JW's upcoming video "Crashes and Bloopers 2005")??? It's just an added factor to the skiing experience, but I realize that most skiers have some sort of physical ailment, whether it's a blown out knee, a troubled heart or some other issue. So we're in good company!
