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 27min for the marathon and 15min 30sec for 5K, and has run 13 marathons in total, as well as a 50-mile ultramarathon.
Nick runs 50-80 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

Polar’s screenless fitness tracker has arrived — here’s everything you need to know about the Whoop rival
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Polar Loop is a new screenless fitness tracker that matches the Whoop band on price, but doesn’t require a subscription.

The Adidas Treadflow is the first running shoe designed for the treadmill — I gave it a try
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Treadflow is the first running shoe specifically built for indoor runs, with some novel features to make it better on the treadmill — I tried it out to see if it’s worth getting.

This simple workout feature from the Apple Watch Ultra 2 needs to be on the Apple Watch 11
By Nick Harris-Fry published
As a keen runner I’m hoping the Precision Start feature on the Apple Watch Ultra 2 makes its way to the Apple Watch 11 to boost the accuracy of its tracking.

Nike’s new running top looks bananas — but the science behind it will keep you cool on your longest runs
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Radical AirFlow top Nike’s elite trail runners are using has everyone talking, with its hole-y design helping athletes keep their cool during ultramarathons.

I’ve tested 53 running shoes in 2025 — these are the 3 I’d buy myself right now
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve tried a lot of new running shoes in 2025, and gone back to some old favorites too, and these are the three I’d buy myself for a road running shoe rotation to cover training and racing.

I ran 40 miles in the Asics Metaspeed Ray, and it’s one of the wildest racing shoes I’ve tested
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Asics Metaspeed Ray is the lightest, softest and springiest racing shoe I’ve ever tried, and while there are drawbacks to its wild design, it’s incredibly fast and fun.

I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Challenger 8 and it might be the most versatile running shoe I've tested
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Hoka Challenger 8 is a great jack-of-all-trades running shoe, with a comfortable ride and an outsole that works well on both the road and trails.

Garmin Fenix 8 and Venu X1 get free software update that includes top features for runners and triathletes
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Garmin has released a massive update for some of its top watches, including the Fenix 8 and Venu X1, which are getting the brand’s latest and greatest running and triathlon features.

The 20-5-3 rule can help you reconnect with nature and reduce stress — here’s how it works
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Spending more time in nature is a proven way to reduce your stress levels and generally boost your mental health, and the 20-5-3 rule can help you to get outdoors more.

I wore the Coros Nomad for a month — here are 6 things I like and 3 things I dislike
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Coros Nomad is a sports watch designed for outdoor adventures, but also a very capable option for runners and other athletes.

Skip the Apple Watch 11 — next year's Apple Watch 12 tipped for huge sensor upgrade
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Early reports about the Apple Watch line-up for 2026 suggest big updates are coming, including new sensors as part of exterior design changes.

I've run 2,000 miles this year and these are my four favorite stretches for post-run recovery
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Regular stretching is an essential part of my running routine and these four moves are at the core of every post-run recovery session I do.

Personal trainer recommends the one arm plank as the perfect way to upgrade your core workouts — I gave it a try
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’re looking for a way to mix up your core workout routines then this difficult plank variation, recommended by a personal trainer, is a great exercise to try.

I’ve tested 17 carbon plate running shoes this year — this is my favorite racer
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you’re looking for the fastest racing shoe on the market, then right now the Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 is the one I’d recommend, and I’ve tried almost every carbon plate super-shoe going.

This 10-minute abs workout has over 100 million views — here’s what happened when I tried it
By Nick Harris-Fry published
More than 100 million people have tried this 10-minute abs workout by Pamela Reif on YouTube, so I was eager to give it a try myself to see why it’s so popular.

New to fitness? This 10-minute abs workout is perfect for strengthening your core, and you can do it anywhere
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Unlock a stronger core in just 10 minutes with this kit-free abs routine that’s perfect for beginners starting a fitness kick.

I test Garmin watches for a living and this accessory improves every single one
By Nick Harris-Fry published
One easy upgrade you can make to your Garmin watch is to use a nylon strap instead of the standard silicone band, and you don’t have to spend much to get one.

Asics Novablast 5 vs. Nike Pegasus 41: Which running shoe should you get?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Nike Pegasus 41 and Asics Novablast 5 are two of the most popular running shoes available, but which should you get for your training?

I ran 50 miles wearing armless sunglasses and I might not go back to regular ones
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve been using Ombraz armless sunglasses during my marathon training and the secure fit from the cord is comfortable and secure for running.

I review sports watches for a living and this free Garmin app makes heart rate training more fun
By Nick Harris-Fry published
If you judge your workouts using heart rate then the free app Pulse Ox is a fun addition to your Garmin, because you can assign different animals to each heart rate zone.

Tight hamstrings? I’m a runner, and the pyramid stretch is my go-to for loosening up my legs
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The pyramid stretch is a great way to lengthen the back of your body, including your hamstrings, and I think it’s a must for runners looking to stay loose when training regularly.

I ran 40 miles in the On Cloudsurfer Max — here are its pros and cons
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The On Cloudsurfer Max is a cushioned shoe with a smooth, rockered ride, but it’s not as soft as billed and a little overpriced compared to other daily trainers.

I ran 50 miles in the Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo — is this the best racing shoe available?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo is lighter and bouncier than its predecessor and certainly one of the top racing shoes available right now.
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