Jim Fixx Jim Fixx James Fuller "Jim" Fixx (April 23, 1932 – July 20, 1984) was an American who wrote the 1977 best-selling book "The Complete Book of Running". He is credited with helping start America's fitness revolution, popularizing the sport of running and demonstrating the health benefits of regular jogging. He died of a heart attack while jogging at 52 years of age. His genetic predisposition for heart problems and other previous lifestyle factors may have caused his heart attack. Born in New York City, Fixx was a graduate of Trinity School in New York and Oberlin College in Ohio. His
Running to the Limits status as a runner and propel him to international success against Ben Moreau. Moreau eventually wins, and goes on to run the fastest time in the Amsterdam marathon. Running to the Limits Running To The Limits is a 2009 documentary film about filmmaker Alex Vero’s journey to qualify for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Marathon. Narrated by Vero and set against the backdrop of a massive decline in British professional marathon running, the film spans over three years and several continents as he works to overcome physical and personal demons and complete his marathon training. It features Vero’s story, as well