 First edition | |
| Author | Jim Fixx |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Publisher | Random House |
Publication date | 1977 |
| ISBN | 0394411595 |
The Complete Book of Running is a 1977 non-fiction book written by Jim Fixx. [1] [2]
| First edition | |
| Author | Jim Fixx |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Publisher | Random House |
Publication date | 1977 |
| ISBN | 0394411595 |
The Complete Book of Running is a 1977 non-fiction book written by Jim Fixx. [1] [2]
The book discusses not only the physical benefits of running, but its psychological benefits as well: increasing self-esteem, acquiring a "high" from running, and being able to cope better with pressure and tension.
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Fixx may refer to:
The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to running:
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