The Maffetone Method

The Holistic, Low-Stress, No-Pain Way to Exceptional Fitness

Dr. Philip Maffetone

Contents

• Preface
• Introduction
• Part 1 – Understanding the Basics
  1. Defining Exercise
  2. Exercise and Stress
  3. The Structural, Chemical, and Mental Aspects of Exercise
  4. Developing Maxium Aerobic Function
  5. Developing the Anaerobic System
  6. Exercise and Heart Rate
  7. The Use of Heart Rate Moinitors
  8. Warming Up, Cooling Down, and Stretching
  9. The Aerobic Deficiency Syndrome
  10. The Overtraining Syndrome
• Part 2 – Individualizing Your Program
  1. A New Beginning – Starting Your Program
  2. Modfying Your Program
  3. Rehabilitation – Restoring Your Youth
  4. Changing with the Seasons
  5. Exerciese Footwear – Finding the Right Shoe
  6. Anatomy of an Injury
  7. The Diagphragm Muscle
  8. If Einstein Were Your Coach
  9. Training Schedules for Competition
  10. Diet and Nutrition