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

Apple Watch Ultra 4 needs to steal these two features from the Garmin Fenix 9 right away
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is likely to launch at Apple’s September event, and I’d love to see it feature these two features common on top sports watches like the Garmin Fenix 9.

Coros just added offline maps to its most affordable sports watch — but there's a catch
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Coros Pace 4 now offers offline maps, which is a fantastic addition that makes the watch even better value, but its limited storage space means you can’t download the whole world.

How long do running shoes actually last? I asked an expert who makes them, and they gave me a great tip for recognizing when your shoes are done
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
There’s no easy answer to how long a running shoe will last, because it depends on the runner and the sneaker, but this expert advice can help you spot when your shoe needs replacing.

The best men’s running shoes in 2026
By Nick Harris-Fry Last updated
We've tested the best men's running shoes to help you find a pair that'll support your training and get your next personal best.

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 best running shoes in 2026 — our top picks, tested by 3 runners
By Nick Harris-Fry, Jane McGuire, Jessica Downey Last updated
We've tested hundreds of running shoes and selected our favorites to help make your runs more comfortable and enjoyable.

I ran 40 miles in the On Cloudboom Volt and it’s a snappy super-sneaker for training and racing
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The On Cloudboom Volt doesn’t match the propulsive performance of pinnacle racing shoes, but it works well as a plated option for a fast training.

Fantastic foams and supercritical science — why running shoes have improved so much in the past 10 years, explained by an expert who makes them
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
We spoke to an expert on why we're living through a golden age of running shoes.

The growth of gravel running shoes — my top picks and why they might be the best sneakers for most runners
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Gravel running shoes might seem like a niche product, but they actually offer a high level of versatility and could be the ideal pick for many runners.

Garmin Fenix 9 expected to launch at ‘Play Harder’ event — here’s when it is and how to watch
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Garmin has quietly scheduled an event on its YouTube channel that seems likely to launch the Fenix 9 and Enduro 4 adventure watches.

I’ve been running through a heatwave wearing a core temperature sensor — here’s 5 things I learned
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
I’ve been marathon training through the UK heatwave, regularly running in 80-90℉ heat with a sensor that tracks core and skin temperature, and it’s taught me a lot about heat training.

I find it hard to fit in my runs during the school summer break, so I asked a personal trainer for a 20-minute treadmill workout — here’s what they recommended
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
This 20-minute workout makes full use of the incline settings on a treadmill, with walking and running intervals to help you push yourself in a short space of time.

We asked Tom’s Guide readers what brand of running shoes they wear, and there was a clear winner
By Nick Harris-Fry Last updated
While the most popular running shoes don’t always match up with my personal picks as a reviewer, I do agree with our reader poll that put Asics in the top spot for brands.

I ran 200 miles wearing these armless prescription sunglasses — here are 5 things I love and 2 I don’t
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
I’m a big fan of Ombraz’s armless sunglasses, and the Teton has become my go-to for runs thanks to its excellent fit, but the price is high if you need prescription lenses.

I ran 35 miles in the Hoka Clifton 11 and it’s a comfortable daily trainer, but I’d buy this instead
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The Hoka Clifton 11 mostly sticks to the design of the Clifton 10 and is a dependably daily training option, but the new Clifton Pro is a better all-round option and only $10 more.

I tried a pro runner's 12-minute core workout — here’s what happened
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Dying turtles, dead bugs and bird dogs are just some of the moves I tackled in this 12-minute core workout from a pro runner.

Rheon running shorts are being used by top road, track and trail runners — I spoke to an expert to find out more about the tech
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
Running shorts made with Rheon Labs’ tech have been used by a variety of top elites in recent years to great effect — are they worth it for amateurs too?

On Cloudmonster 3 vs On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper: Which running shoe should you buy?
By Nick Harris-Fry Published
The On Cloudmonster line-up contains the best daily trainers available from the brand, with options to suit different budgets and ride preferences.

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.
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