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
What Is A Good 10K Time?
By Lily Canter last updated
If you’re preparing to race the distance for the first time, find out what 10K time to aim for, or see how your PR matches up with average times
What Is A Good 5K Time?
By Lily Canter last updated
We gathered data from parkrun, Strava and others to identify average 5K times by location, sex and age
The Best Protein Powders And What To Look For When Buying
By Harry Bullmore last updated
Find the best protein powder to support your training with expert advice on what to look out for and our tasting notes
How To Pick The Best Garmin Watch For You
By Nick Harris-Fry published
I’ve tested all the best Garmin watches and fitness trackers launched in the last few years, here are the standout options
London Marathon Ballot Is Open Until Friday—Here’s How To Enter
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
The opening date for the London Marathon ballot 2025 has been revealed, get ready to throw your name into the hat
How To Watch The London Marathon 2024 On TV Or A Live Stream
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Catch all the action from the 44th edition of the London Marathon, wherever you are in the world
London Marathon Start Time: When Does The 2024 Race Begin?
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Your exact London Marathon start time will depend on the wave you’re in, so you need to be on top of your schedule for Sunday
“The PBs Have Always Been Secondary, I Just Enjoyed Running”—How Anya Culling Took Two Hours Off Her First London Marathon Time
By Nick Harris-Fry published
Elite runner Anya Culling went from a 4hr 34min marathon debut to running 2hr 34min and representing England—here’s how she did it
The Best Men’s Running T-Shirts
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Whether it’s your first time or a continuing obsession, these tees will make you look and feel better while running
What Is The Average London Marathon Time? We Have The Results By Age And Gender From 2023
By Lily Canter last updated
Discover how quickly people completed the 2023 and 2022 London Marathons with this exclusive data
How To Pace A Marathon
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
It takes smarts and guts to get your marathon pacing right, and the secret is not starting too fast
Here’s The Free Stuff You Can Get With Your London Marathon Medal 2024
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Running 26.2 miles is its own reward, but some extras never hurt
The Best Sports Sunglasses For Every Occasion
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
When it’s time to play in the sun, keep your focus with protective sports sunnies
I’ve Run The London Marathon Six Times—Here Are Four Ways To Set-Up Your Garmin Watch For A Better Race
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
I’ve run the London Marathon six times using a variety of different settings on my watch; here’s how to get the most from your Garmin in the race
The Best Running Sunglasses
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Sweat in style instead of squinting at speed with these lightweight sunnies
The Best Places For Spectators To Watch The London Marathon
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
How to spot your runner and avoid getting lost in the crowds
The London Marathon 2024 Weather Forecast Keeps Getting Better For Runners
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
As race day nears the London Marathon weather forecast is showing near-ideal conditions for runners
London Marathon Travel Guide: How To Get To The 2024 Race
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Start your race day the right way with a well-planned, stress-free trip to the start line
23 Tips For London Marathon First-Timers
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
It really can’t be stressed enough that there will not be enough toilets
The Best Cushioned Running Shoes For Long Distances
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Rack up big miles in comfort with these running shoes designed for long distances
The Best Hoka Running Shoes Of 2024
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Hoka’s range of running shoes contains great options for every kind of runner
What’s In Peloton Instructor Ben Alldis’s Kitbag For The London Marathon?
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Picking out the gear, accessories and nutrition products you need for a marathon can be tough. This look inside Ben Alldis’s kitbag might just help you out
What Is A Good Marathon Time?
By Lily Canter last updated
We got our hands on exclusive data from the TCS London Marathon, and matched it with results from Strava and others, so you can work out what to aim for