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

Nike launches the Vaporfly 4 — 5 things you need to know about the new carbon super-shoe
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Nike has unveiled the Vaporfly 4 carbon plate racing shoe and it’s the lightest version of the Vaporfly yet, partly thanks to having a shorter stack height than the Vaporfly 3.

Best running shoes 2025: expert tested and rated
By Jessica Downey last updated
The best running shoes for all abilities and goals. We've tested every single pair to help you find your ideal match.

I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 — here’s my verdict on Hoka’s top racing shoe
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 is a faster racing shoe than the original Cielo X1, with a lighter design and a more aggressive ride thanks to the sharp rocker and springy foam.

The best trail running shoes for men and women in 2025
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.

Garmin launches ComingUp — a free task manager app for your watch
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Garmin has launched a free task manager app called ComingUp which syncs with Google Tasks, Todoist, and Microsoft To Do to help you manage your to-do lists.

You just need 2 dumbbells and 15 minutes to strengthen your core with this standing abs workout
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Grab a pair of dumbbells and strengthen your core with this 15-minute standing workout that doesn’t contain any jumping, sit-ups or squats.

How I got my favorite Apple Watch running feature on my Garmin
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Garmin watches don’t offer the rolling pace stat I like to use on the Apple Watch natively, but I found a free Connect IQ app that brings rolling pace to my Fenix 8.

Garmin Fenix 8 47mm vs 51mm: I wore both watches for two weeks to compare the two sizes
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I wore the Garmin Fenix 8 47mm and 51mm watches for two weeks to check out the pros and cons of each size — here’s my verdict

I ran 40 miles in the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 — here’s my verdict
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 is a trail-running shoe built for comfort, and a revamped outsole helps make it a great all-terrain option.

The best carbon plate running shoes 2025
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 Saucony.

The new Garmin Tactix 8 might be the most hardcore Garmin watch ever made
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Tactix 8 is a souped-up Fenix 8 with added military features including a rucking mode

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.

Best running watches of 2025: Top picks for runners of all levels
By Jessica Downey last updated
Our runners spent time with dozens of the best running watches to find the best models for you and your training.

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.

Best treadmills for indoor running and walking workouts 2025
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
We've tested the best treadmills for indoor workouts and low-impact walks to help you move your body and boost your cardio fitness at home.

I've trained with the best sports watches for tracking your workouts — here are my top picks
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The best GPS sports watches are not only accurate trackers, but can also actually help to improve your performance, making them an essential tool for athletes of all levels.
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