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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Cut through the noise with these Apple Watch shortcuts that will make using the smartwatch faster and easier.

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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.

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RecommendedThe Hoka Clifton Pro is a more energetic and fun shoe than the standard Clifton, and worth paying the $10 extra to get.

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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.

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The Asics Novablast 6 is one of my favorite new running shoes of 2026, but the Novablast 5 is still worth considering in sales.

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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.

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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.

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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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The Insta360 Luna Ultra is the the perfect tool for solo content creators like myself.

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RecommendedThe Skechers Aero Razor is a great option for runners who prefer lighter, lower-stack daily trainers, and it’s good value too.

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The Garmin Venu 4 offers a lot of important upgrades on the Venu 3, including an improved design and sports tracking, but it will cost you at least $100 more.

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This 25-minute HIIT session uses supersets to strengthen muscles all over the body while ramping up your heart rate and building explosive power.

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Looking into buying a record breaking Nike running shoe or just want a reliable trainer to level up your running journey? We've tested them out for you — here's our top picks.

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I do push-ups as part of most of my workouts and have found that opting for the dumbbell variation is more effective for me.

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Bone conduction headphones used to be my go-to option for running, but open buds offer better sound and fit while still allowing me to stay aware of my surroundings.

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The Brooks Ghost 18 sticks closely to the design of past models and while it’s a reliable daily training option, there are more energetic and enjoyable options I’d look at instead.

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Stay standing for this 30-minute workout that uses Pilates-inspired exercises to strengthen muscles all over the body without putting your joints under pressure.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Make your Garmin watch more comfortable and easy to charge with these affordable accessories that are reduced in the Prime Day sale.

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The Garmin Forerunner 165 has unexpectedly dropped to just $129 at Amazon and Walmart, which is by far the cheapest it's ever been.
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