Latest articles by Nick Harris-Fry
Best Garmin watch 2025 tested and rated: Top picks to hit your fitness goals this year
We put Garmin's best fitness and adventure watches to the test, and these are our top picks for runners, hikers, marathoners, triathletes and casual exercisers alike.
The new Cloudsurfer Max is On’s most cushioned running shoe — I ran 5 miles in it to see how it feels
The On Cloudsurfer Max is a new cushioned running shoe from the Swiss brand that promises a soft and smooth ride for your easy and long runs.
In your 50s? Physio shares expert tips for staying fit and healthy while protecting your joints
In your 50s, your priorities should be to preserve your muscles and look after your joints — use this training advice from a physio to stay in shape safely.
Altra x Soar collab aims to elevate trail-running with innovative gear for race day
Premium running apparel brand Soar has teamed up with Altra to produce a range of trail-running gear designed to excel on race day, but it doesn’t come cheap.
I raced a 10K with the Garmin Venu X1 vs. Garmin Forerunner 970 and there was a clear winner
I ran the Saucony London 10K wearing both the Garmin Forerunner 970 and Garmin Venu X1 to check their GPS accuracy and battery life, and compare their designs.
Best bone conduction headphones in 2025
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.
I test running shoes and my favorite Hoka sneakers just got big Prime Day price drops
The Hoka Mach 6 is one of my favorite road-running shoes, while the Hoka Speedgoat 6 is my favorite trail shoe from any brand, and both are reduced right now.
Prime Day ends soon — don’t miss the chance to pick up the Allbirds Tree Dasher 2 sneakers for under $70
The Allbirds Tree Dasher 2 are sustainable and stylish sneakers you can use for walking and running, and they’re under $70 in the Prime Day sale.
Run, don't walk! My favorite Hoka sneakers are still on sale for Prime Day right now
Some of my favorite Hoka road and trail-running shoes are heavily discount right now, and the deals will still be available when Prime Day is over.
Forget Prime Day — the best Garmin deal available right now is this Walmart discount on the Epix 2
There have been some good deals on Garmin watches in the Prime Day sale, but none of them can match the discount Walmart is offering on the Garmin Epix 2 sports watch.
Act fast! I review running shoes and my favorite Saucony sneaker just hit its lowest ever price for Prime Day
I test a lot of running shoes each year and the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 was one of the standouts of 2024 — grab it at its lowest ever price in the Prime Day sales.
The best heart rate monitors in the Prime Day sales — 4 deals on chest straps from $35
If you want the most accurate heart rate data from your workouts, it’s worth investing in a chest strap monitor, and some of the best I’ve tested are reduced for Prime Day.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are my top pick for running and workouts and they’ve hit their lowest ever price for Prime Day
I’ve run, cycled and worked out with the Powerbeats Pro 2 and they’re outstanding sports headphones, so this $70 discount for Prime Day is worth checking out.
I ran 40 miles in the New Balance Rebel v5 and I don't want to take them off
The New Balance Rebel v5 is a comfortable, lightweight and stable daily trainer that will tick all the boxes for a wide range of runners.
I’m a marathoner who tests running gear for a living — these are the 15 Prime Day deals for runners I’d shop from $9
There are great deals for runners on everything from shoes and apparel to headphones and energy drinks this Prime Day, so don’t miss out on the chance to upgrade your kit.
‘Build resilience, not just strength’ — trainer shares expert advice for staying fit in your 40s
Use this advice from a physical therapist to build a training routine that will keep you fit and healthy throughout your 40s and beyond.
I ran 35 miles in the Puma Velocity Nitro 4, and it’s a shoe more runners need to know about
The Puma Velocity Nitro 4 is a great running shoe that will work well for new and experienced runners alike, and it’s good value, too.
Garmin Forerunner 255 returns to its lowest ever price for Prime Day — is it still worth getting in 2025?
The Garmin Forerunner 255 launched three years ago but it’s still worth considering if you’re in need of an affordable sports watch, with this Prime Day deal reducing it to $199.
Garmin Fenix 7 Pro hits lowest ever price for Prime Day — here’s why I’d get it ahead of the Fenix 8
The sapphire solar version of the Garmin Fenix 7 Pro just got a huge and unexpected discount on Amazon, reducing it to its lowest price ever and making it half the price of the Fenix 8.
Garmin Venu X1 review
The Garmin Venu X1 introduces a new addition to Garmin’s range, offering a sporty design that competes with the likes of the Forerunner 970 while maintaining a smartwatch-style appearance.
Sick of charging your smartwatch? The Garmin Instinct 3 Solar has the best battery life on the market and is reduced ahead of Prime Day
The Garmin Instinct 3 Solar offers better battery life than any other sports watch and can last indefinitely in sunny conditions — it’s close to its lowest ever price in Amazon’s sale.
I ran 35 miles in the On Cloudboom Echo 3 carbon plate running shoe and it’s just hit its lowest ever price
The On Cloudboom Echo 3 is an impressive racer built to help you set PRs and heavily-reduced right now, but how does it compare to the latest and greatest carbon plate running shoes?
Garmin Fenix 7 Pro vs Garmin Epix Pro: which should you get in the early Prime Day sales?
Amazing deals on older Garmin models are already popping up ahead of Prime Day, and both the Fenix 7 Pro and Epix Pro are significantly reduced — so which should you get?
