In Fitness and in Health [Paperback]

Philip B. Maffetone (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0964206226 | ISBN-13: 978-0964206229 | Publication Date: June 1997 | Edition: 3rd Rev

"Dr. Maffetone's system goes beyond dealing with symptoms; he looks at health and fitness as an integrated balance. He deals with the whole picture clearly and directly. Fascinating and illuminating....and I feel great!" -- James Taylor, singer, recording artist

Product Details

• Paperback: 296 pages
• Publisher: David Barmore Productions; 3rd Rev edition (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964206226
• ISBN-13: 978-0964206229
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #662,592 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars multisport health guru and living legend, April 24, 1999

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bill katovsky (san francisco, california USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: In Fitness and in Health (Paperback)

i have known the author since 1993, and he has changed my life as he has changed countless other health enthusiasts. he has coached world champion athletes like triathletes mark allen and mike pigg, he has been called by velonews, "one of the most sought after endurance coaches in the world," but if there is one book an athlete, or someone contemplating getting into shape, needs to read, this is that book. nutrition, fitness, stress, training, it's all in here; phil is usually light years ahead of the health industry pundits. i have given this book to dozens of friends, so far no complaints.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must for the "Human Race", March 11, 2003

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rlc3 (Omaha, NE Area) - See all my reviews

This review is from: In Fitness and in Health (Paperback)

This book sheds a bright light of truth on many of the myths and marketing ploys used in the food industry today. Furthermore, Dr. Maffetone's writing style is clear and he provides ample supporting data and references for his assertions. I have been following the "Maffetone Method" of fitness and nutrition for 9-months. Close friends and relatives see a measurable difference in me - weight loss, more energy and a youger complexion. Additionally, I have less aches and pains, and have greatly improved my aerobic endurance. Finally, this book is especially important for parents who care about their children's nutrition. You might be surprised to know that the glass of juice and bowl of fortified cereal with low-fat milk you fed your child this morning is causing them to fall asleep in class...

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Changed the way I viewed a healthy lifestyle!, August 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: In Fitness and in Health (Paperback)

I found it impossible to lose weight and maintain a regular exercise program... until I read this book! A reduced calorie "diet" wasn't going to do it, but healthy living certainly does. When reading his book, Maffetone contradicted everything I thought you should do to lose weight -- now I know it isn't about losing... it is about "getting" healthy. I am walking everyday, following a healthy meal program and couldn't feel better (or look better!) My husband and I are now great advocates and have been recommending this book to everyone: family, friends and work colleagues.