Who is Dr Phil Maffetone?

Dr. Maffetone is among the most innovative thinkers in the field of exercise science. His training program differs from so many others, with its focus not just on the next race, but on a lifetime of healthy living and exercising.

How do you calculate MAF training?

Calculating your MAF Heart Rate Forget pace and speed. As a general rule your MAF heart rate is 180 minus your age. So if for example, you are aged 50 and are in good health, then your MAF heart rate will be 180-50 = 130. Your MAF range for training will thus be 120-130 beats per minute.

Can I do MAF training everyday?

Some people are able to run daily but others do need complete rest days. 2) As you are just starting out in MAF training I would not add any speed work yet. Spend at least 3 months doing base building i.e. only training at MAF.

Is maffetone training effective?

There are many benefits to a MAF training approach to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. Reducing the risk of injuries and disease alone, can make a huge different in the long term progress for athletes. The increase in energy and brain function helps tremendously during training cycles.

How many hours a week should you use maffetone?

Like any training whether it is by heart rate, time, power or pace, you need to build up gradually. Phil Maffetone never prescribes distance but always refers to time. Many people have felt that 7 hours per week of MAF training is the magic number to see steady progress.

How often should I run using maffetone method?

Maffetone says you should run this test once a month to see how you are improving. Your average pace should increase each month as you become more fit. If your time is not improving, it may indicate an oncoming injury.

How often should I run for MAF training?

Dr. Maffetone says you should run this test once a month to see how you are improving. Your average pace should increase each month as you become more fit. If your time is not improving, it may indicate an oncoming injury.

What happens when you run 5K everyday?

By running a 5K every day, you’re likely to see improvements in your muscle endurance and potentially in the size of the primary muscles used while running, like your quads, hamstrings, glutes, hip flexors and calves.

What is the peak age for running?

They found that the fastest marathoners for both men and women are in the 25-34 age group and that performance begins to decline for elite runners around age 35. One finding surprised them: Recreational runners have much more in the tank at 35 and may continue improving until they’re 50.