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Mentioned in 7 episodes
The Complete Book of Running
Book • 1977
Published in 1977, 'The Complete Book of Running' by Jim Fixx is a seminal work that helped launch America's fitness revolution.
The book provides detailed information on various aspects of running, including how to get started, training methods, nutrition, and mental preparation.
It also includes historical tidbits and personal anecdotes from Fixx's own journey, transforming from a smoker and overweight individual to a fit and accomplished runner.
The book emphasizes the physical and psychological benefits of running, making it a motivational and informative resource for both beginners and experienced runners.
The book provides detailed information on various aspects of running, including how to get started, training methods, nutrition, and mental preparation.
It also includes historical tidbits and personal anecdotes from Fixx's own journey, transforming from a smoker and overweight individual to a fit and accomplished runner.
The book emphasizes the physical and psychological benefits of running, making it a motivational and informative resource for both beginners and experienced runners.
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Mentioned in 7 episodes
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Mark Sisson as a book that further fueled the running boom and promoted the idea of running as the best form of exercise.
Mark Sisson as a book that further fueled the running boom and promoted the idea of running as the best form of exercise.
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Why Running *Isn't* The Best Way To Get Fit, How The Running Craze HARMED Fitness Enthusiasts & Why Walking Is Essential To Health & Longevity, With Mark Sisson.
Mentioned by Brad Kearns in the context of the running boom's history and the rise in popularity of marathons.
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Ep. 282: Brad Kearns - Born to Walk: Why Walking is the Key to Longevity, Health, and Weight Loss
Mentioned by Mark Sisson as the author of "The Complete Book of Running", highlighting the irony of his death from a heart attack despite promoting running.
Mark Sisson as the author of "The Complete Book of Running", highlighting the irony of his death from a heart attack despite promoting running.
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Ep. 2601 The Running Boom Has Burst: Walk Instead, with Mark Sisson
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Sal DiStefano as a bestseller released in the 1970s, contributing to the running revolution.
Sal DiStefano as a bestseller released in the 1970s, contributing to the running revolution.
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Mentioned during a discussion about the impact of books and movies on the popularity of running.
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