Nick Harris-Fry
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

I ran 40 miles in the On Cloudsurfer 2 and it’s a smooth and stylish daily trainer
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The On Cloudsurfer 2 is a cushioned daily trainer with a smoother, rockered ride that’s great for easy runs, and it’s also a good-looking shoe for casual use.

Audio-Technica’s next-gen cartilage conduction headphones promise improved audio and impressive battery life
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Audio-Technica ATH-CC500BT2 cartilage conduction headphones offer an alternative to bone conduction, leaving your ears clear to hear your surroundings.

The best running headphones in 2025
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I've tested the best running headphones to help you find a set that'll suit your training, last through even the longest sessions, and help you stay motivated on your run.

I ran 150 miles with the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — here are 5 things I like and 3 things I don’t like
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are outstanding sports headphones with many features that impressed me during my runs and other workouts. But the heart rate tracking needs work.

Skip the gym — this 30-minute home dumbbell workout builds core and lower-body strength
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Grab a set of dumbbells and tackle this 30 minute dumbbell workout, which focuses on the legs and glutes but will increase your core strength.

I ran 70 miles in the Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB and its Brooks’ best racing shoe yet
By Nick Harris-Fry published
A new midsole foam makes the Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB a big improvement on the standard Hyperion Elite 4 and it’s competitive with the best racers on the market.

We've tested the best sports headphones to help boost your motivation
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We put the best sports headphones to the test, including sets from Apple, Beats, and Jabra.

Ditch the weights — 20 minutes and this Pilates workout is all you need to build strong abs
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This home abs workout from a Pilates instructor is suitable for all fitness levels and will strengthen your deep core muscles in just 20 minutes.

I ran 40 miles in the Puma ForeverRun Nitro 2 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Puma ForeverRun Nitro 2 is a more cushioned and stable shoe than its predecessor, and a great daily training option for runners who need extra support.

8 hidden Garmin watch features that you need to know about
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Garmin watches are packed with features and the odds are you’ve overlooked some of these handy tips and tricks, even if you’ve been using a Garmin watch for years.

I wore the Garmin Fenix 8 vs. Garmin Instinct 3 for two weeks — which is better?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I tested the Garmin Instinct 3 and Garmin Fenix 8 at the same time for two weeks to compare their design and features — which should you get?

Forget lunges — this 20-minute standing dumbbell workout strengthens the whole body
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Whatever your fitness level you can use this 20-minute standing dumbbell workout to strengthen muscles all over the body and boost your metabolism.

I ran 45 miles in the Hoka Clifton 10 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Hoka Clifton 10 is a big update on the previous model and some long-time Clifton fans might be disappointed, but the new shoe is a good daily trainer with a comfortable ride.

I ran, cycled and worked out with the Shokz OpenFit 2 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Shokz OpenFit 2 headphones benefit from a series of important upgrades on the original OpenFit, including better sound quality, longer battery life and physical controls.

Garmin was down — full timeline of two day outage
By Dave LeClair last updated
If you use a Garmin smartwatch, you might have an issue starting any GPS activities.

Garmin Enduro 3 crashes to lowest ever price on Amazon — it's better value than the Fenix 8
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Enduro 3 sports watch has been significantly reduced for the first time, with this Amazon deal bringing it down to its lowest ever price of $851.

I tried this 7-minute abs workout from a Pilates instructor to strengthen my core — here’s what happened
By Nick Harris-Fry published
This Pilates abs workout is a great way to fire up your core muscles in just 7 minutes, and I found doing it in the morning boosted my motivation for the day.

Garmin Instinct 3 vs. Coros Pace Pro: Which sports watch should you get?
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Coros Pace Pro and Garmin Instinct 3 are both excellent sports watches that are designed to suit different needs, with the Pace Pro being sportier and the Instinct 3 better for adventure.

I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Bondi 9 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Hoka Bondi 9 is an improvement on the Bondi 8 thanks to a new midsole foam, but is still a bit bulky and only really works well for runs at easy pace.

How to avoid an injury while marathon training — essential tips from an expert physio
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Marathon training puts a lot of strain on the body but if you follow this advice from a physiotherapist you’ll reduce your risk of injury.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch SE get huge discounts in epic Amazon sale
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Both the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch SE are significantly reduced on Amazon right now, with the SE dropping below $200 / £200.

Garmin’s beta software program gives you early access to new features — here’s how to sign up
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Sign up to Garmin’s beta program and you’ll get to try out new features on your watch months before they’re available to the general public.

Best bone conduction headphones in 2025
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
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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