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
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Start Running To Work: Tips And Kit Essentials To Help You Run Commute
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Think you’re ready to run your commute? Not until you’ve read this you’re not
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Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 10 Review: I Set My Five-Mile PR In This Lightweight Speedster
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Adidas Takumi Sen 10 isn’t as propulsive as the top carbon racers, but it’s still fast over short distances and ideal for twisty courses
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The Best Running Caps
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Keep your cool in the sun with the best running hats
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How To Do The Reverse Lunge And Why It’s The Lunge Variation You Need To Master
By Sam Rider last updated
One step back for man, one giant leap forward for strong thighs, but only if you master your reverse lunge form
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The Best Heart Rate Monitors For Workouts
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Keen on tracking your ticker? Here are the best heart rate trackers to guide your training
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Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 Release Date Announced
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 is one the most hotly-anticipated carbon plate running shoes of 2024
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Circular Smart Ring Slim Review
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Circular Smart Ring Slim didn’t impress, and I was underwhelmed by both its design and the accuracy of its tracking
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The Best Treadmill Deals 2024
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Bag a bargain on a treadmill by taking advantage of these deals on machines to suit all budgets
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The Best Running Festivals
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
These running festivals combine group runs with music, food and much more
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How To Perfect The Overhead Press
By Harry Bullmore last updated
Add size and strength to your shoulders—and work your upper body—with the overhead press
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An Elite Coach’s Top Tip For Boston Marathon Training: Don’t Forget The Downhills!
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Boston Marathon is notorious for its uphill sections but the downhills can be just as tough on your legs if you’re not ready for them
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How To Deadlift: Your Expert Form Guide To The King Of Lifts
By Joel Snape last updated
Improve your deadlift form with our expert how to guide, tips from a world record holder, variations and more
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CrossFit Workouts To Try In Your Next Gym Session
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Wonder why people who do CrossFit are stupidly fit? Try one of these popular CrossFit workouts and wonder no more
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Hoka’s Cielo X1 Is Its Most Ambitious Carbon Racing Shoe Yet
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The new Hoka Cielo X1 racing shoe is big and bold, and I can’t wait to run in it
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Puma Fast-R 2 Nitro Elite Review: An Innovative Carbon Racer That’s Best Over Long Distances
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Puma Fast-R 2 is a novel and exciting super-shoe that packs a big punch
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The Best Creatine Supplements: Plus, Benefits, Side Effects And Creatine Loading Explained
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Expert advice on this sports supplement, including when you should take it, creatine loading, and creatine monohydrate versus other types
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Puma Velocity Nitro 3 Review
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Puma Velocity Nitro 3 is an excellent daily trainer and one of the best-value running shoes available
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How To Do The Stiff-Leg Deadlift And Strengthen Your Hamstrings
By Sam Rider last updated
Hit your hamstrings harder with this deadlift variation
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Two Chest And Back Workout Routines For More Muscle
By Nick Harris-Fry, Lucy Gornall last updated
Hit the gym for this six-move chest and back workout, which you can do as a straight sets or supersets
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How To Use The Apple Watch Pacer Mode To Judge Your Next Race
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The Apple Watch’s pacer mode for runners can help you hit your target times
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Top Tips For Running Your First Event In 2024, Including The “Secret Sauce” That Can Help Keep You Injury Free
By Nick Harris-Fry published
An active commute and regular simple exercises done throughout the day can help you get ready to tackle your first running event
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New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v4 Review: New Balance's Fastest Marathon Shoe Yet
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The New Balance SC Elite v4 is a bouncy carbon plate shoe that’s a great option if your focus is on longer races
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Is The Heart Rate On Your Running Watch Acting Up? This Might Be Why
By Nick Harris-Fry published
The optical heart rate monitors on sports watches often struggle in cold conditions, so a chest strap is a more reliable option
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