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Dr. Phil Maffetone is an author, musician, and the founder of the MAF method. For over 30 years, he has worked with world class athletes, celebrities, and the general public on their fitness and health goals. He talks to Adam Smith about making a career switch from physician to musician, why he prefers people to start with aerobic exercise first, healthy eating, and much more on today's show.   Key Takeaways: [3:10] Dr. Phil Maffetone dropped his career working with athletes to become a song writer. [6:35] What is the Maffetone method? [11:30] There are only two cuisines on earth – real food and junk food. [14:45] People don't realize how many healthy options are available. [16:15]What's Phil's thoughts on HIIT? [21:55] How do we know we're in the aerobic phase? [24:30] Phil recommends spending three to six months building your aerobic system first. [30:00] Does aerobic exercise increase brain function? Phil says yes. [35:00] Every time we get a meal or a snack, we're affecting our genes. [40:10] A