
Nick Harris-Fry
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

The best heart rate monitors in the Prime Day sales — 4 deals on chest straps from $35
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you want the most accurate heart rate data from your workouts, it’s worth investing in a chest strap monitor, and some of the best I’ve tested are reduced for Prime Day.

The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are my top pick for running and workouts and they’ve hit their lowest ever price for Prime Day
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve run, cycled and worked out with the Powerbeats Pro 2 and they’re outstanding sports headphones, so this $70 discount for Prime Day is worth checking out.

I ran 40 miles in the New Balance Rebel v5 and I don't want to take them off
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The New Balance Rebel v5 is a comfortable, lightweight and stable daily trainer that will tick all the boxes for a wide range of runners.

I’m a marathoner who tests running gear for a living — these are the 15 Prime Day deals for runners I’d shop from $9
By Nick Harris-Fry published
There are great deals for runners on everything from shoes and apparel to headphones and energy drinks this Prime Day, so don’t miss out on the chance to upgrade your kit.

‘Build resilience, not just strength’ — trainer shares expert advice for staying fit in your 40s
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Use this advice from a physical therapist to build a training routine that will keep you fit and healthy throughout your 40s and beyond.

I ran 35 miles in the Puma Velocity Nitro 4, and it’s a shoe more runners need to know about
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is a great running shoe that will work well for new and experienced runners alike, and it’s good value, too.

Garmin Forerunner 255 returns to its lowest ever price for Prime Day — is it still worth getting in 2025?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Forerunner 255 launched three years ago but it’s still worth considering if you’re in need of an affordable sports watch, with this Prime Day deal reducing it to $199.

Garmin Fenix 7 Pro hits lowest ever price for Prime Day — here’s why I’d get it ahead of the Fenix 8
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The sapphire solar version of the Garmin Fenix 7 Pro just got a huge and unexpected discount on Amazon, reducing it to its lowest price ever and making it half the price of the Fenix 8.

Garmin Venu X1 review
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Venu X1 introduces a new addition to Garmin’s range, offering a sporty design that competes with the likes of the Forerunner 970 while maintaining a smartwatch-style appearance.

Sick of charging your smartwatch? The Garmin Instinct 3 Solar has the best battery life on the market and is reduced ahead of Prime Day
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The Garmin Instinct 3 Solar offers better battery life than any other sports watch and can last indefinitely in sunny conditions — it’s close to its lowest ever price in Amazon’s sale.

I ran 35 miles in the On Cloudboom Echo 3 carbon plate running shoe and it’s just hit its lowest ever price
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The On Cloudboom Echo 3 is an impressive racer built to help you set PRs and heavily-reduced right now, but how does it compare to the latest and greatest carbon plate running shoes?

Garmin Fenix 7 Pro vs Garmin Epix Pro: which should you get in the early Prime Day sales?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Amazing deals on older Garmin models are already popping up ahead of Prime Day, and both the Fenix 7 Pro and Epix Pro are significantly reduced — so which should you get?

I'm a marathon runner and this 15-minute Pilates workout is a game-changer for glute strength
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Strengthen your core with this Pilates routine that’s specifically designed for runners and targets the glutes, hips and hamstrings in particular.

I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Rocket X3 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Hoka Rocket X3 has a more supportive and stable ride than most carbon plate racers, but is still lightweight and quick.

I review running watches and these are my top 3 suggestions for most people
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The running watch market is full of fantastic options and the wide range of devices can be confusing, but one of these three watches is likely to cover everything you need.

I ran 40 miles in the New Balance SC Elite v5 carbon plate racing shoe — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The New Balance SC Elite v5 has a lighter and faster design than the SC Elite v4 and can compete with the best racers available, but it’s less comfortable and stable than its predecessor.

I test running shoes and my favorite sneaker for beginners is under $100 in the early Prime Day sales
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
If you’re just starting out with running then you can’t go wrong with the Brooks Ghost, and the previous model of the shoe is reduced to $99 ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs. Garmin Venu X1: I raced 5 miles wearing both watches — here’s the winner
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I wore the Garmin Venu X1 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 to tackle a 5-mile race to compare their design and sports tracking features.

I’m a marathoner and this 10-minute kettlebell workout is perfect for adding onto the end of runs
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Do this 10-minute strength workout for runners two or three times a week to improve your strength, power and running form.

Garmin Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 get 28 upgrades in free software update — here are the 6 best new features
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Garmin’s latest Public Beta update brings 28 new features to the Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 watches, including all the new stuff introduced on the Venu X1 and Forerunner 970.

Ditch neck pain! This 10-minute abs workout sculpts and strengthens your core (no sit-ups needed)
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Strengthen your core without putting too much strain on your neck using this abs workout that avoids sit-ups and crunches.

Is this the most comfortable Nike running shoe ever made? What you need to know about the Nike Vomero Premium
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Nike has launched two new max-cushioned running shoes in the Vomero Plus and Vomero Premium, and the latter aims to feel like you’re running on an anti-gravity treadmill.

I swapped my usual core workout for this 25-minute Pilates session — here’s what happened
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This 25-minute Pilates workout is a great test for your core, strengthening your abs, obliques and deep stabilizer muscles.

My job is testing running shoes — here are 7 shoes on sale for under $100 I’d recommend
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
There are always a lot of running shoes available in the sales, but these five I’ve tested stand out as offering exceptional value now they’re under $100.

The Garmin Epix Pro just hit its lowest ever price on Amazon — I’d get it ahead of the Fenix 8
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
You can save over $400 on the Garmin Epix Pro right now and given the high price of new models like the Fenix 8, I’d say this is the best deal going on a Garmin right now.
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