Kieran Alger
A 53-time marathon finisher, 14-time ultramarathoner (including a top 100 position in the Marathon des Sables) and cofounder of The Run Testers, a YouTube running gear reviews channel, Kieran has been testing the latest running gear for more than a decade. A sub-3 marathon runner, you'll find him covering everything from virtual reality and smart scales to the latest health trackers. Kieran is also passionate about using the latest technology to hack his health in search of marginal gains and you'll always find him with a running watch on either wrist.
Coros Pace Pro review: More than just a pretty face?
We put Coros' first AMOLED GPS watch to the test
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With shoe technology ever evolving, the '300-500 mile' rule is no longer so straightforward
One of my favourite running shoes has dropped to under £85 in this Black Friday deal
Grab this editor-approved cushioned cruiser for a mega 40% off
The Argos Black Friday sale is excellent this year — 22 deals we recommend
Including the lowest price going on the Beats Powerbeats Pro
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Is this wearable your ticket to good hydration? We tested this hydration sensor in a marathon
'This is the jacket I zip up when winter hits – and it’s now 30% off'
Take £50 off the ultimate winter-proof jacket, ideal for uptempo runs
These Beats Black Friday deals are the best we've seen
We're taking savings of up to £130...
Black Friday sports nutrition deals: Save on SiS, High5, Protein Rebel and more
Fuel your runs with up to 62% off energy gels, bars and electrolytes as Black Friday approaches
Coros Apex 2 review: A compact adventure watch, built for endurance
But two years on from its release, is it still good value?
I tested the Garmin Forerunner 55 for six months — here's why it's still a great option for beginners
The Forerunner 55 might be an oldie, but it's a wallet-friendly goodie
The best Coros watches in 2024, tested over thousands of miles
If you're after long lasting battery life and impressive run tracking capabilities, Coros is the brand for you
Apple Watch Series 10 review: Slimmer, bigger and faster charging
Shokzs ultra-friendly swim-run headphones now pack MP3?
The best winter running gear essentials to help you train in the cold
With shoe technology ever evolving, the 300-500 mile rule is no longer so straightforward
The best GPS running watches in 2024 from Garmin, Apple and more
From budget-friendly gadgets to high-tech timepieces, these are the best running watches you can buy
The best Garmin watches in 2024, tested by the RW editors
Track every stride and metric with the best Garmin watches on the market
Garmin Enduro 3 review: A cheaper Fenix 8 alternative?
Packing more staying power, a lighter design and a rare price drop — can the Enduro 3 rival the Garmin Fenix 8?
Garmin Fenix 8 review: The smartest Garmin yet
Garmin's flagship multi-sports watch is brighter and smarter than ever before — but it'll cost you
The best heart rate monitors for runners in 2024
The best HR-tracking chest and arm straps for staying in the zone
The best cheap running watches for under £250
Shokzs ultra-friendly swim-run headphones now pack MP3
18 of the best energy gels, drinks and chews for running
Our expert-pick of the tastiest and most effective sports nutrition products to fuel your training and racing
Flowbio S1: Tried and tested
Is this wearable your ticket to good hydration? We tested this hydration sensor in a marathon
Shokz OpenSwim Pro: Tried and tested
Shokz’s ultra-friendly swim-run headphones now pack MP3 and Bluetooth
The best summer running gear essentials to help you train in the heat
From sweat-wicking singlets to hydration hacks
Garmin Forerunner 165 review: Is this the best budget Garmin watch you can buy?
We've spent two months testing the Forerunner 165 against pricier Garmin watches to find out
Polar Grit X2 Pro: A rugged rival for Garmin’s Fenix 7 and Epix Pro 2?
Polar’s upgraded, rugged adventurer adds accuracy-boosting dual frequency GPS, a smartwatch-esque AMOLED display, offline maps and 43-hour runtime battery
Jabra Elite 8 Active: Tried and tested
Built to withstand any workout, these durable, grippy earbuds offer an impressive package for runners
Apple Watch vs Garmin: Which is better for runners?
If you're in the market for a new GPS watch, here are the key similarities and differences to consider
Garmin Forerunner 265 review: Is this the Goldilocks running watch?
We put it to the test over six months to find out...
The best Polar watches in 2024
From beginner-friendly basic run trackers to comprehensive training tools, these are the best Polar watches we've tested
I ran 67 marathons in the Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 and it's 44% off for Cyber Monday
I literally lived in this shoe for two months and now it's less than £100
Get a rare 35% off the award-winning Jabra Elite 8 Active running headphones for Black Friday
Amazon just knocked £70 off the original price
What is 'running to power' and how can it help your pacing problems?
Move over speed and heart rate, there’s a new metric in town. Here’s everything you need to know about running power