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 27min for the marathon and 15min 30sec for 5K, and has run 13 marathons in total, as well as a 50-mile ultramarathon.
Nick runs 50-80 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’ve tested 17 carbon plate running shoes this year — this is my favorite racer
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’re looking for the fastest racing shoe on the market, then right now the Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 is the one I’d recommend, and I’ve tried almost every carbon plate super-shoe going.

This 10-minute abs workout has over 100 million views — here’s what happened when I tried it
By Nick Harris-Fry published
More than 100 million people have tried this 10-minute abs workout by Pamela Reif on YouTube, so I was eager to give it a try myself to see why it’s so popular.

This Hoka running shoe is one of the best I’ve tested — and it just hit its lowest ever price
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve been waiting for the Hoka Mach X2 to hit the sales and if you’re in need of a versatile and fast running shoe, this discount is not to be missed.

New to fitness? This 10-minute abs workout is perfect for strengthening your core, and you can do it anywhere
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Unlock a stronger core in just 10 minutes with this kit-free abs routine that’s perfect for beginners starting a fitness kick.

I test Garmin watches for a living and this accessory improves every single one
By Nick Harris-Fry published
One easy upgrade you can make to your Garmin watch is to use a nylon strap instead of the standard silicone band, and you don’t have to spend much to get one.

Asics Novablast 5 vs. Nike Pegasus 41: Which running shoe should you get?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Nike Pegasus 41 and Asics Novablast 5 are two of the most popular running shoes available, but which should you get for your training?

I ran 50 miles wearing armless sunglasses and I might not go back to regular ones
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve been using Ombraz armless sunglasses during my marathon training and the secure fit from the cord is comfortable and secure for running.

I review sports watches for a living and this free Garmin app makes heart rate training more fun
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you judge your workouts using heart rate then the free app Pulse Ox is a fun addition to your Garmin, because you can assign different animals to each heart rate zone.

Tight hamstrings? I’m a runner, and the pyramid stretch is my go-to for loosening up my legs
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The pyramid stretch is a great way to lengthen the back of your body, including your hamstrings, and I think it’s a must for runners looking to stay loose when training regularly.

I ran 40 miles in the On Cloudsurfer Max — here are its pros and cons
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The On Cloudsurfer Max is a cushioned shoe with a smooth, rockered ride, but it’s not as soft as billed and a little overpriced compared to other daily trainers.

I ran 50 miles in the Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo — is this the best racing shoe available?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is lighter and bouncier than its predecessor and certainly one of the top racing shoes available right now.

Google Pixel Watch 4 leak tips major improvement for outdoor workout tracking — I can't wait to try this
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Fresh Google PIxel Watch 4 leaks point to the addition of dual-frequency GPS, as well as better battery life and a 3,000 nit display.

I test running shoes and one of Saucony’s best sneakers just hit its lowest ever price on Amazon
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 is one of the most versatile running shoes you can get, and its reduced by $61 right now.

There's no such thing as the best running shoes — but here are 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.

New Balance just launched its 2025 NYC Marathon collection and it contains special editions of some of my favorite running kit
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Take a first look at the NYC Marathon range

Forget the gym — this 10-minute mobility routine boosts your flexibility and improves your posture without equipment
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Taking just 10 minutes to work on your mobility a few times a week can work wonders in helping you to relax both body and mind, as well as improving your posture and flexibility.

The new Metaspeed Ray is the lightest Asics racing shoe ever — I ran 10 miles in it to see how it feels
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The Asics Metaspeed Ray is an incredibly light, soft and springy carbon plate racing shoe that made flying through a fast 10 mile run feel almost effortless.

We've tested the best sports headphones to help boost your motivation
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We put the best sports headphones to the test, including sets from Apple, Beats, and Jabra.

I ran 35 miles in the Brooks Hyperion Max 3 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Brooks Hyperion Max 3 lives up to its name in maxing out on cushioning and tech, but doesn’t perform as well as other plated running shoes.

I ran 40 miles in the Adidas Boston 13 — here’s my pros and cons
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Boston 13 fixes the problems I had with the Boston 12 and offers value as a fast and versatile training shoe that undercuts most rivals on price.

Over 60? Here’s how walking faster can help unlock healthy ageing and increase independence
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
A new study has found older adults who walked faster by increasing their steps per minute enjoyed healthy benefits including improved physical function.

I ran 100 miles in the Nike Vaporfly 3 racing shoe and it’s just hit its lowest ever price — save over $100 right now
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you feel the need for speed with your running shoes, you can’t go wrong with the Nike Vaporfly 3, and it’s heavily discounted in the Dick’s sale right now.

Ditch the gym — this 5-move dumbbell workout sculpts stronger abs and arms in just 15 minutes
By Nick Harris-Fry published
You only need 15 minutes and a set of dumbbells to strengthen your abs and arms with this workout, so what are you waiting for?

My favorite On running shoes are reduced in the brand’s last season sale — 3 great deals to shop now
By Nick Harris-Fry published
On’s running shoes don’t come cheap so it’s always worth checking out the brand’s last season sale for bargains, and three of my favorite On sneakers are reduced right now.
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