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 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.

The Hoka Clifton 10 is the perfect running shoe for beginners and it's reduced by 20% right now
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Hoka Clifton 10 is one of the most popular running shoes in the world and you can pick it up for $124 in the sales right now.

No sit ups or crunches — this 10-minute standing Pilates workout sculpts your core and is great for your balance
By Nick Harris-Fry published
You just need 10 minutes and this beginner-friendly standing Pilates workout to strengthen your core and improve your balance and stability.

I’ve been running for 10 years — these are the 12 crucial products I always recommend to beginners
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve been running for 10 years, and these are the 12 crucial products I always recommend to beginners.

Pokémon Sleep watch faces are now available for free on your Garmin — it’s my dream collab
By Nick Harris-Fry published
You can now use the sleep tracking from Garmin watches for Pokémon Sleep, and there are two new Pokémon watch faces available for free on AMOLED Garmins.

I went on a sightseeing run in London with the Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses — here’s 5 things I like and 2 I disliked
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I ran 10K in the center of London and was able to film several of the city’s top landmarks on the Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses.

It only takes 10 minutes to sculpt your glutes and core with this standing Pilates workout
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Build strength and boost your balance with this 10-minute standing Pilates workout, which uses gentle, low-impact movements to challenge the core and lower body.

The Saucony Hurricane 24 is one of the most comfortable stability shoes I’ve tested, and it just hit its lowest price ever
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Saucony Hurricane 24 is a highly-cushioned running shoe that provides extra stability and support, making it ideal for marathon training long runs.

Marathon training? You should keep a running journal — here’s the free app I use for mine
By Nick Harris-Fry published
It’s easy to underestimate the benefits of keeping a running journal before you start doing it, and if you’re ready to give it a try, the Day One app is a great way to do it for free.

I ran 50 miles in the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure, and it’s the most exciting racing shoe I’ve tested this year
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Editor's ChoiceThe Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is the lightest and most impressive racing shoe from the brand yet, and a top option for shorter events in particular.

I raced a half marathon with the Garmin Forerunner 970 vs Coros Pace 4 — here’s the winner
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve been training with the Garmin Forerunner 970 and Coros Pace 4 for months and both delivered impressively accurate results at the Paris Half Marathon.

I've run 15 marathons — here are the fueling dos and don'ts I've learned along the way
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
It’s vital to get your fueling right for the marathon — here’s what I do on race day, and the mistakes to avoid.

This 10-minute standing workout is perfect for improving your balance and stability, and you just need a light dumbbell to do it
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Working on your balance and stability is important for all ages, and this 10-minute standing workout can be done at home using just one dumbbell.

The Brooks Glycerin Max is one of the most comfortable running shoes I’ve tested, and it’s reduced by 25% right now
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Brooks Glycerin Max is an exceptionally comfortable shoe and actually better than the Glycerin Max 2 in my opinion, so this deal is worth looking at.

How to pay into your ‘fitness pension’ — follow this 5-step plan from an expert to help you age healthily
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Following this training advice in your 40s and 50s will not only benefit you at the time but set you up for better health and more independence in later life.

Adidas just launched the Hyperboost Edge super-trainer and I can’t wait to run in it
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Hyperboost Edge is packed with new tech and built to deliver comfort and joy on your daily training runs.

The Pixel Watch 4 is getting some life-saving new features — here’s what’s coming
By Nick Harris-Fry published
A series of useful updates are coming to the Google Pixel Watch 4 as part of the March Pixel Drop, including earthquake alerts and a handy reminder if you leave your phone behind.

Garmin’s updated gear tracking feature is brilliant for runners — here’s how to use it to log your running shoe use
By Nick Harris-Fry published
How long do running shoes last? Garmin’s improved gear tracking feature will help you find out.

This is the most popular free Garmin watch face — here’s 4 things I like and 3 I dislike
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Glance watch face has been the most popular free option available in the Garmin Connect IQ app store for years, but I found it a little dated.

I’ve been running for 10 years — 12 pieces of gear I’d buy over and over again
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I've accumulated a lot of running apparel and accessories during my 10 years in the sport, and these are the standouts I use regularly.

I ran 75 miles in the Hoka Mach 7 — here’s my verdict on the versatile daily trainer
By Nick Harris-Fry published
RecommendedThe Hoka Mach 7 is an excellent running shoe with a smooth ride that works well for both easy and fast runs.

Get stronger in just 20 minutes — do these 5 dumbbell moves for full-body strength
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’re pushed for time but want to get a quality workout done, this 20-minute dumbbell workout is a great option for building strength all over your body.

I ran 55 miles in the Salomon Aero Glide 4 GRVL and it’s my favorite all-terrain sneaker
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Editor's ChoiceThe Salomon Aero Glide GRVL 4 is more than just a great gravel shoe, it’s one of the best cushioned running sneakers for road and trail I’ve tested this year.
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