Early 2009, I developed severe lower back pain. Initially I ignored it but when pain did not subside I went for a quick fix of taking painkillers hoping that the pain would disappear. When it did not, I visited a homeopath and took medicine prescribed by him for a couple of months besides 15 sessions of Ayurveda body massage and around 10 sessions of herbal massages. However even after 6 months when the pain did not subside I visited orthopedic doctor in Dubai who advised me to undergo an x-ray and MRI test both of which indicated a slip disc. I was advised take medication accompanied by several sessions of physiotherapy. However since both of these did not show any improvement I was advised to undergo an operation, which was the only option, left. Not knowing what to do, some of my well wishers advised me to get into prayers while the others suggested weight reduction to ease the stress on my lower back due to excess weight. In 2010 I had the opportunity to attend a seminar on ‘The importance of Yoga in Life’ by Guruji Sanjeev Krishnan. Right after the seminar I made my way to Guruji and explained my current problem. He suggested that I do not go for operation but instead visit the studio for a Yoga session and he would fix it. “ You can take my word for it” he said and I felt “Wow!” I scheduled a visit with all my reports /MRI and challenges. The meeting was quite fruitful and I enrolled myself for the 10-day workshop. I must say that within 3 months I was able to walk more comfortably and sleep without many breaks. My sincere thanks to Guruji for taking me through the wonderful 10 day Yoga workshop which was cost effective with no side effects. Today, after 6 years I have participated in several marathons and Spartan races, climbed the Alphs, enjoyed daredevil water rides etc.