Latest articles by Nick Harris-Fry
I ran 35 miles in the Brooks Hyperion Max 3 — here’s my verdict
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
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
A new study has found older adults who walked faster by increasing their steps per minute enjoyed healthy benefits including improved physical function.
Ditch the gym — this 5-move dumbbell workout sculpts stronger abs and arms in just 15 minutes
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?
I test Garmins for a living and I install this free ConnectIQ watch face on all of them
Garmin’s range of preset watch faces is good, but they can get boring, and I prefer the free Segment34 Mk II face you can get from the Connect IQ app store.
I ran 60 miles in the Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 — here’s my pros and cons
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 continues the line’s fine heritage in being one of the best all-rounders available, but its predecessor is just as good and available for less.
I've run more than 1,700 miles this year — and these are the running shoes I’ve enjoyed most
I review a lot of running shoes and so far the standout of 2025 for me has been the Adidas Adizero Evo SL, which is a fantastic daily trainer at a great price.
Forget the gym — you just need 6 minutes to strengthen your core with this Pilates abs workout
Next time you have six spare minutes, try this short Pilates workout that targets the abs and the deep core muscles — you won’t regret it.
I wore the Garmin Fenix 8 vs. Garmin Forerunner 970 for over a week — which should you buy?
The Garmin Forerunner 970 and Garmin Fenix 8 are both excellent sports watches with similar features, but which is the best option for you?
The best carbon plate running shoes 2025
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 Puma..
I ran 35 miles in the Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 — here’s my verdict on Brooks' flagship racing shoe
The Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 is the best racing shoe Brooks has made and will help you set PRs on race day, but there are a couple of carbon plate super-shoes I still have ahead of it.
Runners, you need to read this — study suggests a simple training tip could be the key to avoiding injury
New research suggests that most running overuse injuries arise from pushing too far on one run, rather than developing gradually over time.
Best Garmin watch 2025 tested and rated: Top picks to hit your fitness goals this year
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, hikers, marathoners, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.
The new Cloudsurfer Max is On’s most cushioned running shoe — I ran 5 miles in it to see how it feels
The On Cloudsurfer Max is a new cushioned running shoe from the Swiss brand that promises a soft and smooth ride for your easy and long runs.
In your 50s? Physio shares expert tips for staying fit and healthy while protecting your joints
In your 50s, your priorities should be to preserve your muscles and look after your joints — use this training advice from a physio to stay in shape safely.
Altra x Soar collab aims to elevate trail-running with innovative gear for race day
Premium running apparel brand Soar has teamed up with Altra to produce a range of trail-running gear designed to excel on race day, but it doesn’t come cheap.
I raced a 10K with the Garmin Venu X1 vs. Garmin Forerunner 970 and there was a clear winner
I ran the Saucony London 10K wearing both the Garmin Forerunner 970 and Garmin Venu X1 to check their GPS accuracy and battery life, and compare their designs.
Best bone conduction headphones in 2025
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.
I ran 40 miles in the New Balance Rebel v5 and I don't want to take them off
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.
‘Build resilience, not just strength’ — trainer shares expert advice for staying fit in your 40s
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
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 Venu X1 review
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.
I'm a marathon runner and this 15-minute Pilates workout is a game-changer for glute strength
Strengthen your core with this Pilates routine that’s specifically designed for runners and targets the glutes, hips and hamstrings in particular.
