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

Adidas’ record-breaking running shoe is going for $2k on resale sites — here are 3 carbon plate racers to get instead
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 might be the most exciting racing shoe yet, but it’s impossible to get right now without spending thousands.

Forget regular crunches — I tried the 'crunch smash' to sculpt my abs and obliques
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This variation on the classic crunch adds more focus to the obliques through a twisting motion and challenges you to 'smash' your elbow into your knees.

I ran the London Marathon with the Garmin Forerunner 970 vs Coros Pace 4 — which was more accurate?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I wore the Garmin Forerunner 970 and Coros Pace 4 to train for and run the London Marathon, and both have proved impressively accurate throughout my testing.

How Adidas made the shoe used to smash the two-hour marathon barrier — I spoke to the Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3's creators
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Adidas used kitesurfing-inspired fabrics and opted against a full carbon plate to make the Pro Evo 3, which Sabastian Sawe just used to win the London Marathon.

Forget sit-ups and planks — this 10-minute standing Pilates workout strengthens your core and lower body
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you prefer to stay standing during workouts, this 10-minute Pilates session is a great option for strengthening your core and lower body.

I tried this 4-step hip flexibility test, and it exposed just how inflexible I am — here are 3 ways I’m trying to fix that
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I knew I had tight hips, but this test revealed a concerning lack of mobility and flexibility that I’m aiming to address with regular stretching going forward.

I ran 45 miles in the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper LS and it’s my favorite On running shoe ever
By Nick Harris-Fry published
RecommendedThe On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper LS is one of my favorite new running shoes of 2026 thanks to its exceptionally lightweight and versatile design, but the high price is off-putting.

I just ran in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 — here's what happened
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The Adidas Pro Evo 3 weighs less than 100g and is the lightest carbon plate super-shoe ever made, but how does it feel on the run?

This 4-move core workout blasts your abs and obliques in just 10 minutes, and you don’t need any equipment to do it
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’ve not been giving your obliques enough attention during your workouts, try this 10-minute session that focuses on the sides of your torso to build strength and definition.

I’ve run 15 marathons, and I still get pre-race jitters — here are the 5 things that actually help
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Running a marathon is a big deal, but if you don’t keep your pre-race butterflies in check, they can overwhelm you in the days leading up to the event. Here's my advice.

How to get the Apple Watch Earth Day 2026 badge before it’s gone — you can only get it today
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Apple is celebrating Earth Day 2026 by offering the chance to earn a limited edition Apple Watch badge — here’s how to get it before your chance is gone.

I'm a marathoner, and this $7 accessory is my secret to faster recovery after runs
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’m often guilty of neglecting my recovery work after runs, but one thing I do every day is roll my feet using a massage ball, which helps me avoid foot cramps.

It only takes 10 minutes to ease tight muscles all over your body with this stretching session — I gave it a try
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you can find the time to slip this short stretching session into your daily routine you’ll reap the benefits in the form of increased mobility and reduced tightness.

I’ve run 220 miles in the Asics Megablast — here’s 5 reasons why it’s my go-to shoe for marathon training
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Asics Megablast might just be the most versatile running shoe available and after over 200 miles of testing, I can confirm it’s durable as well.

Best Garmin watch 2026 tested and rated: top picks to hit your fitness goals this year
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, hikers, marathoners, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.

No burpees, sit-ups, or planks! This 10-minute standing ab and legs workout is perfect for beginners
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
This 10-minute standing workout strengthens your abs and legs with low-impact moves — try it today.

15 marathons later: the exact running gear and nutrition I swear by
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Running a marathon is never easy, but using the right gear certainly helps, and I’ll be turning to my tried-and-tested favorites for this marathon season.

I wore the Polar Street X for two weeks — here’s my verdict on the affordable sports watch
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Polar Street X has a bold design and a handy flashlight, but it’s not as accurate as other affordable options and feels outdated.

I ran 50 miles in the Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo and it’s a fantastic daily trainer
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Editor's ChoiceThe Kiprun Kipstorm Tempo is a max-stack "super-trainer" that undercuts the competition while outperforming most rivals.

Ditch the burpees — this standing Pilates workout is easier on your joints and just as effective
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This 30-minute standing Pilates workout builds full-body strength without a burpee in sight.

I’m a marathon runner and these are the 3 daily stretches that help keep me injury-free
By Nick Harris-Fry published
You don’t have to do long stretching routines every day to stay limber as a runner, but I consider these three quick moves daily essentials.

I have tried almost every abs exercise, and this is the one I always include in my sessions
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I’ve been doing core workouts regularly for years and have tried almost every abs exercise going, and the bicycle crunch is the one I always include in my sessions.

I ran 40 miles in the Adidas Hyperboost Edge — fun and bouncy but this could be a 'deal breaker'
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Hyperboost Edge is the first true super-trainer from the brand and offers a bouncy and enjoyable ride for daily training, but it’s undermined by an uncomfortable upper.
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