# E48: Boost Your Performance with Brain Health | Dr. Phil Maffetone

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Podcast: [The RUNEGADE Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-runegade-podcast-6717046)
Published: 2026-01-02T10:03:00+00:00
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## Resource

"The brain isn't riding shotgun. It's the driver." - Dr. Phil Maffetone Running is hard. The RUNEGADE Podcast helps. Each episode, we set off to explore the human connection with running and endurance sport, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd Marentette. This episode is sponsored by Thrive Protein | Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out: ⁠Thrive Protein⁠ and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order. E48: Dr. Maffetone returns for his second appearance and we discuss his latest research paper on Brain Health This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thrive Protein⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Canadian made supplements, nutrition, and hydration to fuel all your adventures. Check them out, level up your nutrition, and use the code RUNEGADE to save 20% off your order. Dr. Maffetone is a respected pioneer in the field of complementary medicine. Internationally recognized researcher, educator, clinician and author in the field of nutrition, exercise, sport medicine and biofeedback. He's also a songwriter, musician and comedian - he's a shining example of well roundedness and an amazing musician. In this episode you will learn the importance of aerobic development, the impact of marketing on running practices, and how to use the MAF method for building a strong aerobic base. Dr. Maffetone emphasizes the significance of rhythm in running, the implications the overfat pandemic caused by refined carbohydrates, has on your brain health and running performance. Phil offers practical steps for recovery. Dr. Maffetone is known for creating the Maffetone Method (MAF), which emphasizes low-intensity aerobic training, fat adaptation, and personalized nutrition.…

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