Just hope my pants don't have the same cracks.

When you say the back wasn't that messed up, I get it, but tight hip flexors from sitting all day can really lock up your lower back. I used to have similar issues driving trucks, and doing a simple lunge stretch for a few minutes each morning made a huge difference. It's not about fixing serious damage, but relieving the tension that builds up from being in one position for hours. If your hips are tight, they pull on your spine and cause pain, so loosening them can take pressure off your back. Have you tried any stretches for your hips, or do you just power through the pain?

Bet your buddy forgot that oats need more than just milk to keep energy up, @troysingh. Sounds like he made a bowl of straight sugar that backfired. Next time tell him to add some nuts or protein powder so he doesn't faceplant before lunch.