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

Nike’s back-to-school sale includes huge discounts on top running shoes, including the new Pegasus 42 hitting its lowest ever price
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Some of Nike’s best running shoes are included in the back-to-school sale, which nets you an extra 25% select styles using the code DAYONE.

I tested shoes from 5 up-and-coming running brands — here are the ones worth your money
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Some of the most impressive and exciting new running shoes to launch in 2026 have come from brands you might not have even heard of — here are five up-and-comers I’m excited about.

No, not deadlifts — this underrated exercise strengthens your posterior chain and improves posture using just your bodyweight
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
I added the reverse plank march to my workouts, and it’s a challenging move that’s great for building strength in the hamstrings, core and glutes.

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.

I ran 35 miles in the Asics Blazeblast, and it proved the perfect vacation shoe thanks to its versatile design
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Asics Blazeblast combines the cushioned comfort of road running shoes like the Novablast with a thicker outsole that can handle gravel and dirt tracks.

I can’t do my regular strength workouts when I’m on the road, so I tried this 15-minute full-body calisthenics workout instead
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
When you’re pushed for time and space and lack equipment, then quick bodyweight workouts are the way to go, and this calisthenics session has been handy for me when traveling.

I ran 45 miles in the On Cloudboom Strike 2, and it’s a balanced racing shoe well-suited to marathons
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
RecommendedThe On Cloudboom Strike 2 is not as flat-out fast as some racing shoes, but it’s still rapid and has a stable and comfortable design that will suit many runners better for long events.

I don’t trust the heart rate sensors on watches, so wear a chest strap on every run — here are the 4 best straps I’ve tested
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The optical heart rate sensors on watches have improved greatly in recent years, but chest straps still offer an extra level of reliability that I value with my own training.

I've tested home treadmills for years, and these are the 6 features I consider dealbreakers when buying one
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
When it comes to long-term use, the most important features for a treadmill are those that make it convenient and easy to use, rather than flashy headline specs.

I bought this cheap Chinese running shoe to see how it compares to the biggest brands, and it blew me away
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The best Chinese running shoes are becoming easier to get hold of, and the Dynafish Xiaonian proved to be exceptionally versatile in my testing, as well as being great value.

I tested the Garmin Cirqa against a chest strap to see if its heart rate sensor is accurate — here’s the results
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
I’ve done a variety of runs and strength workouts with the Garmin Cirqa to test its heart rate accuracy against a chest strap monitor, widely considered the gold standard for accuracy.

The best bone conduction headphones 2026: Keep your ears open and tunes pumping
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.

The launch of the Garmin Cirqa is good news for all Garmin users — here’s why
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Garmin Cirqa relies heavily on the Garmin Connect app as a screen-free tracker, so all Garmin users should benefit from upgrades to the app, which have already started.

The best running headphones in 2026
By Nick Harris-Fry Last updated
I've tested the best running headphones to help you find a set that'll suit your training, last through even the longest sessions, and help you stay motivated on your run.

I swapped regular lunges for the curtsy lunge in all my workouts — here’s what happened
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Doing the curtsy lunge might bring to mind watching Jane Austen adaptations, but it’s a highly effective lower-body exercise that’s ideal for runners.

I swear by these 2 hidden Apple Watch features that will save you time every day
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Cut through the noise with these Apple Watch shortcuts that will make using the smartwatch faster and easier.

My favorite cushioned running shoe is 40% off in Nike's big sale — get the outstanding Nike Vomero Plus for $108
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
I constantly recommend the Nike Vomero Plus to runners and it’s reduced by over $70 in the Nike sale right now, with lots of colors and sizes available.

I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Clifton Pro and it’s the best Clifton I’ve tested and a worthwhile upgrade on the Clifton 11
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
RecommendedThe Hoka Clifton Pro is a more energetic and fun shoe than the standard Clifton, and worth paying the $10 extra to get.

The Adidas sale has 4 of my favorite running shoes, but they’re selling out fast
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Adidas sale contains some of the best running shoes in the brand’s line-up, including versatile daily trainers and a carbon plate racer.

The Asics Novablast 5 is on sale for $129 — should you get it over the newer Novablast 6?
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Asics Novablast 6 is one of my favorite new running shoes of 2026, but the Novablast 5 is still worth considering in sales.

Not the Fenix 9 — 4 reasons why I think the Garmin Enduro 4 could be the adventure watch to look out for in 2026
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Garmin Fenix 9 is the biggest sports watch launch to come in 2026, but the Garmin Enduro 4 might well end up the most exciting new arrival for adventurers.

I’ve tested almost every Hoka running shoe and 3 of my favorites are reduced right now
By Nick Harris-Fry Last updated
Hoka’s in-house sale is packed with bargains right now and I’ve picked out 3 of the best shoes I’ve tested that are available at big discounts.

I tried this 15-minute standing dumbbell workout — here’s 5 reasons why I think it’s perfect for runners looking to strengthen their lower body
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
As a runner I’m always looking for supportive leg workouts that fit into my training schedule, and this 15-minute dumbbell session ticks all the right boxes.
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