Nick has been a journalist since 2012 and has spent most of that time writing about health and fitness for a variety of publications. Nick spent nine years working on the Coach magazine and website before moving to the fitness team at Tom’s Guide in 2024. Nick is a keen runner and also the founder of YouTube channel The Run Testers, which specialises in reviewing running shoes, watches, headphones and other gear.
Nick has covered all aspects of health and fitness throughout his career, interviewing experts and celebrities, trying fitness classes and running marathons, all in the name of providing readers with the information they need to get the most out of an active lifestyle.
Nick ran his first marathon in 2016 after six weeks of training for a magazine feature and subsequently became obsessed with the sport. He now has PBs of 2hr 25min for the marathon and 15min 30sec for 5K, and has run 16 marathons in total, as well as a 50-mile ultramarathon.
Nick runs 60-90 miles a week and races regularly with his club, which gives him a lot of opportunity to test out running gear: he has tested and reviewed hundreds of pairs of running shoes, as well as fitness trackers, running watches, sports headphones, treadmills, and all manner of other kit. Nick is also a qualified Run Leader in the UK.
Nick is an established expert in the health and fitness area and along with writing for several publications, including Live Science, Expert Reviews, Wareable, Coach and Get Sweat Go, he has been quoted on The Guardian and The Independent.
Nick graduated from the University of York in 2010 with a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics and worked in the NHS for three years, during which time he completed his NCTJ Diploma in Journalism at News Associates in London. Before starting on Coach and moving into health and fitness, Nick worked as a football journalist and lived in Kathmandu, Nepal for two years.
Latest articles by Nick Harris-Fry

I review running shoes and these are the 7 sneakers coming in 2026 I’m most excited about
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I spent the last week at The Running Event in Texas, where many brands revealed their running shoe line-ups for 2026 — here are the seven shoes that caught my eye in particular.

Forget the gym — you just need 20 minutes and 2 dumbbells to strengthen your whole body with this workout
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This 20-minute dumbbell workout is perfect for kickstarting a training routine, whether you’re new to fitness or coming back to it after a break.

I ran 40 miles in the Brooks Glycerin Max 2 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Brooks Glycerin Max 2 is a good max-cushioned shoe, but the updates made aren’t telling improvements on the original Glycerin Max.

Ditch the weights — this 10-move bodyweight workout will help you carve out a stronger core in just 10 minutes
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This quick core workout routine targets the abs and obliques along with the deeper core muscles.

I test Garmins for a living and this $5 watch face is a gamechanger
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This $5 Garmin Connect IQ watch face offers an incredible amount of customization and shows off your stats in style.

My favorite running shoe of 2025 just got an upgrade for winter — meet the Adidas Adizero Evo SL ATR
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Adizero Evo SL is the best all-around running shoe I’ve tested this year, and the ATR version adds a water-repellent upper and better grip for runs in wet and slushy conditions.

I’ve tested the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED vs AMOLED — should you upgrade to MicroLED?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro is the world’s first MicroLED smartwatch, but in my testing, the AMOLED model was almost as impressive, and substantially cheaper.

The new Brooks Glycerin Flex is a gamechanger for cushioned running shoes — I ran a 10K in the new 'flexible' sneaker
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Brooks Glycerin Flex aims to create a minimalistic, flexible feel while still delivering comfort on the run, and it’s different to most cushioned running shoes out there.

Stretch your whole body with this 12-minute routine that’s perfect for breaking up the work day
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you can make time to stretch daily using this 12-minute routine, you’ll quickly notice the benefits for your mobility and flexibility.

I tried Garmin’s $2k MicroLED smartwatch and the display was even better than I expected
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED is the first smartwatch to offer a MicroLED screen and it comes at a huge cost as a result, but the innovative display does dazzle.

Garmin vs Strava — I ran a 10K to find out who has the most accurate race predictor
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I checked the race predictions from Garmin and Strava ahead of running a 10K event, and neither could match the accuracy of my coach’s prediction.

Best bone conduction headphones in 2025
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I've tested the best bone conduction headphones to help you find a set that'll keep you connected to your favorite audio and help you stay aware of your surroundings.

I tested the Coros Pace 4 vs Garmin Forerunner 165 — here’s the winner
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Coros Pace 4 and Garmin Forerunner 165 are both impressive sports watches that offer reliable tracking, but there are relative pros and cons to consider when picking between them.

Ditch the gym — this 20-minute standing workout can boost full-body strength and muscle at home
By Nick Harris-Fry published
You just need two dumbbells and 20 minutes to strengthen your whole body with this low-impact standing workout, which is suitable for all fitness levels.

I raced a 10K with the Garmin Forerunner 970 vs Coros Pace 4 — here’s the winner
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I wore the Garmin Forerunner 970 and the Coros Pace 4 for two weeks, including racing a 10K, to compare their features, design, accuracy and battery life.

I’ve tested every Coros sports watch and these are my top 3 suggestions for most people
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
There are many excellent sportswatches within the Coros line-up, but having tested every one of them, I think these three picks will satisfy almost all comers.

The best carbon plate running shoes 2025
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I've tested the best carbon plate running shoes to help you find a fast, comfortable pair for your next race, including options from Nike, Adidas, Brooks, and Asics.

I asked a personal trainer for the best full-body workout you can do without any weights — here’s what they sent
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’re looking for the best way to spend 30 minutes working out at home without weights, this full-body session from a personal trainer ticks all the boxes.

Coros Pace 4 review: A lightweight, feature-packed AMOLED watch at a great price
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Coros Pace 4 is an impressive sports watch that packs all the key features runners and triathletes need into a tiny, lightweight case.

Samsung announces partnership with iFit to bring expert-led workouts to the Samsung Health app
By Nick Harris-Fry published
As part of Samsung’s new partnership with iFit you can access free workouts in the Health app and link your Galaxy Watch to iFit-enabled gym equipment.

Coros Pace 4 vs Coros Pace 3 vs Coros Pace Pro: Which is the best Coros watch for you?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Coros has a trio of excellent sports watches available in its Pace line-up, with the new Pace 4 sitting between the Pace 3 and Pace Pro — which should you buy?

I swapped my Garmin Fenix 8 Pro for the Suunto Vertical 2 — here’s 5 things I liked and 5 I disliked
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Should you make the move from Garmin to Suunto?

Over 60? Use this advice from a Pilates instructor to stay strong and mobile, and support bone health
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Pilates is a great way to increase your strength and mobility as you get older, and this advice from an instructor can help you get started.
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