It's possible you have an allergy to potatoes, or perhaps its the oil or frying process that releases acrylamide. Have you tried eating plain boiled potatoes and seeing the result? Secondly, have you tried the oil by itself (uncooked) and tested the result?

When you say a "pop" do you mean similar to a typical bone pop/crack? If so, this is normal for stretches and can happen either from typical joint nitrogen expansion/release, or ligament/tendon extension.

It can be helpful to those who have naturally bad posture and have difficulty simply forcing themselves to stand/sit properly.

Sounds like a gait issue. If you are that much different from left to right, there is a good chance that you are walking differently to compensate, thus resulting in the weaker side doing something unusual (mid stride) causing that issue. I would highly advise that you have the orthopedist take a look and see what's going on. If all the bones are normal, you will need to greatly focus on improving your stride as well as increasing your strength in the weaker areas.

ANY beef jerky is fine as long as it has no nitrates and no artificials/preservatives/etc. There are so many brands that are carried at different places (and online) that it makes it difficult to recommend any single one. My advice is for you to look for "natural beef jerky" and see what you can find. Read the labels and stay away from anything with nitrates or artificials added.

this pop/crack was not audible, i just felt it and knew it felt like it did a slight pop, but more so than normal.



i do have really bad posture. i keep trying to correct it, but either dont pay attention or just get a bit lazy at times. what brace would you suggest? one thats preferably under $50? if you know of any? or should any really be okay?

i am pretty sure that my shoulder issue, is a combination of bad posture and maybe weightlifting form. although i think the bad posture is the main cause. i am often at a computer, for various things. especially schoolwork. and the constant bad posture, i think is an issue
thanks!

This post was edited by noob_whacker on Aug 14 2016 09:11pm

Hi Rayor,

I'm trying to adjust my diet and workout plans right now, and I was wondering if you would critique it. I'm currently trying to lose body fat, so I figured it was appropriate. I've been strictly following the below meal plan for the past month, and I've lost around 15 lbs so far.

Weight: 255

Breakfast:
3 large eggs 'usually either poached or scrambled with a pad of butter'
1 multi grain English Muffin
2 tbsp natural pb
Calories: 600

meal 2: "I basically use this as a protein boost"
1 scoop Gold Standard Whey
2 tbsp PB fit 'low calories, decent protein'
1 egg white
Calories: 180

Lunch:
6 oz chicken breast
1 cup brown rice
1 cup veggies 'broccoli mostly'
evoo
Calories: 500

meal 4:
Usually I just grab a bit of cheese/pb or some beef jerky.. I'd hardly call it a meal, more like a snack.
Calories: 150

Meal 5:
6 oz chicken breast
1 cup brown rice
1 cup veggies 'again, mostly broccoli'
Calories: 500

Total:1930
Protein: 150-180g
Carbs: 100-130g
Fat: 75-90g


I work 3 days a week, 12 hour shifts. This is staying the same, but my hours are changing from 7a-7p to 11a-11p. This will make it a lot more easy for me to get to the gym in the morning..

I'm currently doing drop sets with a 3 day split.

Day 1:
30 min HIIT
Chest
Biceps
Abs

Day 2:
Rest

Day 3:
30 min light cardio
legs
Shoulders

Day 4:
Rest

Day 5:
30 min HIIT
Back
Triceps
Abs

Day 6: rest

Day 7: rest

I'm very receptive to change, so change what you feel is fit.. No pun intended.

Have you had any dealings with unaligned hips? (I think it's this)

I had an x ray of my spine last year due to some compression fractures in my spine and the dr said I also had some slight scoliosis.
I knew my body was uneven from pictures where my right shoulder is visibly lower than my left - this affects my bench (bar kinda goes slanted when I'm not focusing, scap is a little harder to retract on my left, and sometimes the right side of the bar clips when unracking).

As for my hips; my right foot is always more externally rotated, and sometimes I get lower back pain/tightness (right side).


Note: I also sleep kinda bad. Like a half side half stomach kinda deal.


Any ideas of stretching or soft tissue work? IT band, hip flexors etc?

Muscles to strengthen? Glutes, abs?








What are some good tests I can quickly do to discern weaknesses?

Raynor got any good macro calcs?

Hey there.

For the posture issue, I usually recommend custom made braces which will certainly cost much more than $50. For those under $50, please check amazon and search through the reviews to make a decision. Please be aware that it MAY help, but for something in this price range, the chances are reduced.