Think you’re not sedentary because you exercise? Even athletes often aren't active enough. Here’s a simple strategy for greater fitness without added workouts. (more…)
This article brings together the combined perspectives of a sports clinician (PM) and a professor of sociology (RS), both of whom have shared the observation that the no-pain, no-gain mindset,…
This original research paper has been accepted for publication in the July 2017 edition of International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching. (more…)
Over the years research has shown again and again that stretching does not prevent injury and won’t help endurance performance — but it can cause harm. (more…)
Join Dr. Phil Maffetone, along with bestselling author Christopher McDougall and seven-time world champion pack-burro racer and author Hal Walter for a discussion about living a primal and functional life…
On this show we dive into a fully holistic and integrative chat about what it really takes to be your best self with health and performance! Mark Cucuzella shares his…
Join Dr. Phil Maffetone and Professor Paul Laursen in their first online discussion following publication of their groundbreaking research paper in Frontiers of Public Health exposing the overfat pandemic. In…
Dr. Phil Maffetone is back for this instant classic episode talking about heart health and athletes with everything you need to know, what information out there that you can ignore,…
Many assume that fasting is a healthy activity. In some cases this may be true, but fasting can also be deadly. Ironically, we don’t have to forego healthy food to reap…
Many mechanical problems are a question of balance rather than of physical strength vs. weakness. Even biochemical and mental stresses can be affected by muscles. (more…)
While many millions will develop Alzheimer’s and other similar brain disorders, it can be prevented and even reversed — something most health practitioners won’t tell you. (more…)
Many miss what may be the most important MAF recommendation, and it’s difficult to say why. Perhaps most people are so accustomed to following prefab diets and workout plans that they…
Dr Phil Maffetone sits down with TriSpecific to discuss fitness and health. How they don't always share the same bed and that endurance athletes aren't getting heart issues so much due…
A primer on addressing the hidden overfat pandemic. This collection of articles includes information on improving metabolism, increasing energy production, regulating weight and body fat, preventing chronic disease, and enhancing…
One of the most effective ways to quickly improve health and fitness is to determine your tolerance to carbohydrate foods. This can be personalized through the Two Week Test. Carbohydrate…