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Fixx authored the complete book of running, at the time of its publication in 1977 the bestselling nonfiction hardcover book ever. In his bestselling book, the complete book of running, fixx repeatedly quoted thomas j. His book helped to launch the running and jogging boom in the united states and worldwide. Buy the complete book of running by james f fixx online at alibris. He is credited with helping start americas fitness revolution, popularizing the sport of running and demonstrating the health benefits of regular jogging. The complete book of running hardcover sep 12 1977.
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