Nick Harris-Fry
Nick has been a journalist since 2012, most of which have been spent writing about health and fitness with Coach and other publications. Nick was the news editor of Coach magazine when it launched in 2015 and joined the website team in 2017.
Nick has covered all aspects of health and fitness for Coach, 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 after six weeks of training for a magazine feature and subsequently became obsessed with the sport. He now has PBs of 2hr 29min for the marathon and 15min 30sec for 5K, and is almost always in training for his next marathon PB attempt. Nick runs 70-110km a week and races regularly with his club Orion Harriers, which gives him a lot of opportunity to test out running gear: he reviews running shoes, fitness trackers, running watches, sports headphones, treadmills, exercise bikes and all manner of other kit for Coach.
Nick has also written for other websites including Expert Reviews, Wareable and Get Sweat Go. He is also the co-founder of YouTube channel The Run Testers and co-hosts The Run Testers podcast.
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
Garmin Forerunner 255 Vs Garmin Forerunner 165
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The choice between the Garmin Forerunner 165 and the Garmin Forerunner 255 largely comes down to how much you want an AMOLED screen
How To Taper For A Half Marathon
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Get your half marathon taper right and you’ll line up on race day refreshed and ready to perform at your best
The Best Asics Running Shoes
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Get yourself ready to go with this guide to the best Asics running shoes available for every type of runner
Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris Review: My New Favorite
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris is an outstanding racing shoe with a lightweight, propulsive design
Altra Vanish Carbon 2 Release Date Announced
By Nick Harris-Fry published
You can pick up the Altra Vanish Carbon 2 zero-drop racing shoe from March 27
Here’s What A Week Of Boston Marathon Training Looks Like For An Elite Athlete
By Nick Harris-Fry published
New York City Marathon winner Sharon Lokedi is training for Boston this year, and her typical training week is awe-inspiring
Get Fitter At Home With This Fast-Paced Bodyweight HIIT Workout
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Use this 30-minute bodyweight HIIT workout to get fitter and stronger without any equipment
The Best Brooks Running Shoes For Every Type Of Runner
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
From the comfiest shoe around to some of the quickest, Brooks has every runner covered
The Best Running Shoes
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Find the right running shoes for you with our recommendations based on extensive testing of pairs from Nike, Adidas, Brooks, Asics, Saucony, Hoka, New Balance, Puma and others
The Best Marathon Running Shoes For Training And Racing
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
If you’ve signed up to run 42.2km, you’re going to want the best marathon running shoes possible
This Echelon Smart Exercise Bike Is Better Than Half Price In The Amazon Big Spring Sale
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Echelon EX-15 is a great value alternative to the Peloton Bike, and it’s reduced by $260 in the Amazon sale
I Found The Best Amazon Spring Sale Deals On Running Shoes, Then Kept Digging And Found Even Bigger Discounts
By Nick Harris-Fry published
There are some outstanding deals on running shoes in the Amazon Big Spring Sale, but you can also find better discounts available elsewhere
I've Reviewed Every Garmin In Amazon’s Big Spring Sale And This Is The One To Get
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Forerunner 255 offers outstanding value to runners and triathletes alike at its reduced price
Polar Grit X2 Pro Release Date Announced—AMOLED Adventure Watch To Rival The Garmin Epix Ships In April
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Polar Grit X2 Pro looks set to be Polar’s most impressive sports watch yet, with a rugged design, AMOLED display and long battery life
Grab The Garmin Forerunner 955 At A Knockdown Price In The Amazon Big Spring Sale
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Garmin Forerunner 955 is available for $399 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale
Brooks Glycerin 21 Review
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Brooks Glycerin 21 is a cushioned daily trainer that’s perfect for marathon training
The Best Sports Watches
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Find the ultimate training partner with our run through of the best sports watches on the market
An Expert’s Guide To Running With Poles
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Running with poles can make you faster when trail running, especially over long distances
This 10-Minute Dumbbell Workout Uses The Latest Science To Help You Get Stronger, Faster
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Speed through three supersets for an effective 10-minute dumbbell workout that hits the whole body
How To Do The Thruster—A CrossFit Staple For Total-Body Conditioning
By Harry Bullmore last updated
Learn the correct form for the barbell thruster to build whole-body strength and gain an edge in CrossFit competitions
Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 Review
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 is the brand’s best carbon racing shoe, but it still falls short of the standards set by some of its rivals
I’m Training For My 13th Marathon And This Is My Favorite Marathon Workout
By Nick Harris-Fry published
As race day gets nearer, use this long marathon training session to see if you’re race ready
How To Start Trail Running: Everything You Need To Know To Run Off-Road
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Grab your (trail appropriate) shoes and get ready to off-road
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