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

The best running shoes in 2026 — our top picks, tested by 3 runners
By Nick Harris-Fry, Jane McGuire, Jessica Downey last updated
We've tested hundreds of running shoes and selected our favorites to help make your runs more comfortable and enjoyable.

I ran 40 miles in the Puma Deviate Pure Nitro and it's a terrific lightweight running shoe that doesn't break the bank
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Editor's ChoiceThere’s a lot to love about the new Puma Deviate Pure Nitro, which is a versatile, lightweight daily trainer that doesn’t break the bank.

I test dozens of running shoes each year and these are the 3 best deals still available for Prime Day
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I built a running shoe rotation in the Prime Day sales, with a total saving of almost $200 on three great shoes to cover all your training and racing needs.

The best trail running shoes in 2026 for men and women
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We put the best trail running shoes to the test to help you find a comfortable, durable, supportive pair for your next off-road run.

This 15-minute chair workout helps you strengthen your whole body, and you just need a light set of dumbbells
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’re looking for a short and effective way to improve your strength and stability safely, then look no further than this 10-move chair workout.

I think every Garmin watch owner should have these two accessories, and you can get them both for under $20 in the Prime Day sale
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Make your Garmin watch more comfortable and easy to charge with these affordable accessories that are reduced in the Prime Day sale.

I’ve tested the Garmin Forerunner 165 vs Garmin Forerunner 170 and the older model is much better value thanks to this epic Prime Day deal
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The Garmin Forerunner 165 has unexpectedly dropped to just $129 at Amazon and Walmart, which is by far the cheapest it's ever been.

The best men’s running shoes in 2026
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We've tested the best men's running shoes to help you find a pair that'll support your training and get your next personal best.

I’m a marathoner and these 3 running accessories improve my training and make carrying my phone easier — they’re all reduced for Prime Day
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I use these running shorts and belt to carry my phone and nutrition essentials during runs, while a chest strap heart rate monitor offers more reliable tracking than my watch.

Prime Day Garmin deals are live — the 9 best deals I’d shop now
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The Prime Day sales are about to start in earnest, but you can already get most of Garmin’s top watches for their lowest ever price.

This Garmin app is helping me avoid sunburn during the heatwave, and it’s completely free
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The SunAlert Connect IQ app can help you avoid spending too long in the sun by using the UV index from your Garmin’s weather forecast.

One product has powered every marathon world record since 2018, and it’s not a carbon plate running shoe
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Pro runners now consume more carbs than ever during marathons and other endurance events, with Maurten’s ‘disappearing drink’ being the product used by the very best in the business.

Garmin Fenix 7 Pro and Garmin Epix Pro both reduced by up to 50% ahead of Prime Day — here's the one I’d buy
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Both the Garmin Epix Pro and Garmin Fenix 7 Pro are reduced by hundreds of dollars ahead of the Prime Day sales, but I rate the Epix Pro as the better buy.

I ran 40 miles in the Asics Novablast 6, and it’s an outstanding daily trainer I’ll be recommending to everyone
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Editor's ChoiceThe Asics Novablast 6 is my favorite Novablast yet and one of the best running shoes available, thanks to its comfortable and versatile ride.

My favorite Garmin smartwatch is back at its lowest price ahead of Prime Day — save $50 on the Garmin Venu 4
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Venu 4 is often overlooked in favor of the Forerunner and Fenix lines, but it offers a great combination of Garmin’s sports and smart features in an elegant design.

You only need 10-minutes to sculpt your core with this 5-move home abs workout — no equipment required
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
If you have 10 minutes to spare, you have enough time to tackle this effective core workout that puts you through two rounds of fast-paced exercises to target your upper and lower abs.

I ran, cycled and worked out with the Garmin Forerunner 70 vs Coros Pace 4 — which sports watch should you get?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Coros Pace 4 and Garmin Forerunner 70 are both great value sports watches that have proved equally accurate in my testing, but there are pros and cons to each to consider.

No sit-ups, no equipment needed — this 10-minute core workout sculpts your abs and obliques
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you have 10 minutes and space to lie down, you have everything you need to tackle this effective abs and obliques workout.

7 of Brooks' most popular running shoes are reduced right now — get up to 37% off the Ghost, Glycerin and more
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Almost all of my favorite Brooks running shoes are reduced in the Amazon sale right now, with big discounts on popular models like the Ghost and Glycerin.

I ran 35 miles in the Asics Gel-Kayano 33 and it's comfortable and stable, but underwhelming
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Asics Gel-Kayano 33 is a reliable option for runners who need extra support, but I was left a little disappointed by the updates to its midsole.

This free Garmin watch face is perfect for World Cup fans — see every match and live scores at a glance
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The soccer World Cup is about to kick off in earnest, and this free Garmin watch face is the perfect way to keep up to date with the competition.

I ran a half marathon with the Garmin Forerunner 170 vs Garmin Forerunner 265 — which is better?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The new Garmin Forerunner 170 is an excellent running watch, but is there more value in grabbing the older Garmin Forerunner 265 in the sales?

Asics running shoes are up to 42% off — I’ve handpicked 7 deals on shoes I’ve tested and recommend
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Most of my favorite Asics running shoes are reduced right now across the Amazon and Asics websites — here are seven deals worth looking at if you need new sneakers.

The best carbon plate running shoes 2026
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 ran every day on vacation in The North Face Altamesa 500 v2 — it’s my new favorite trail-running shoe
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Editor's ChoiceThe TNF Altamesa 500 v2 is the most comfortable and bouncy trail-running shoe I’ve tested, and it was perfect for the varied terrain I tackled while I was on vacation.
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