Kieran Alger
Kieran is a freelance writer and editor working in the space where health, fitness, sports and technology collide. He covers everything from virtual reality and smart scales to the latest wearable health trackers. Kieran is also a borderline-obsessed runner and is passionate about using the latest technology to hack his health in search of marginal gains.
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I ran on the world’s most advanced treadmill – and it was an experience!
What is it like to run on the world’s first 3D motion treadmill?
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I took the Apple Watch Ultra to run the world's oldest ultramarathon
Apple Watch Ultra vs Comrades Ultramarathon – the results are in
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I ran 30 ultramarathons and these are 10 things I can't live without
The running kit essentials I'd recommend you take with you to conquer an ultra marathon
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HOKA Rocket X 2 review: Pedal to the metal
HOKA’s punchy carbon contender packs versatility and value
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Some like it firm: Under Armour Velociti Elite review
Despite being built for bossing marathons, the UA Velociti Elite performs best at racing shorter distances
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Good but not yet great: Tracksmith Eliot Runner review
The Eliot is a strong debut for a stylish daily trainer from the New England brand Tracksmith
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Minor upgrades, same winning trail shoes: Inov-8 Trailfly G270 V2 review
The award-winning trail racer is back, and it’s the same but better
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HOKA Challenger 7 review: Cushioned and reliable road-to-trail cruiser
Can HOKA’s plush jack-of-all Challenger 7 handle all your road-to-trail needs?
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Altra Via Olympus review: Max-stack styling, not quite max comfort
If you like a firmer, denser midsole tacked onto one of the comfiest uppers going, then you’ll love the Altra Via Olympus
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Adidas Adizero Prime X Strung review: Fast and efficient Nike Alphafly 2 rivals
This is the Adidas carbon race shoe we’ve all been waiting for
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Saucony Endorphin Elite review – It's fast, but can it de-throne the record-breaking Nike Alphafly?
Saucony’s latest carbon shoes are built for chasing (and breaking) records
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Nike Free X Metcon 2 review: versatile trainer for gym freaks and workout addicts
A stable platform for lifting weights and bossing circuits makes Nike Free X Metcon 2 best in (gym) class
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The future of running? Adidas and Nike both want to 3D print your trainers
Our running expert thinks you’ll soon be lacing up made-to-measure, 3D printed athletic shoes
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Adidas UltraBOOST 19 (2019) review: comfy and springy but not one for speed freaks
The Adidas UltraBOOST 19 is an impressive update to the world's favourite running shoe
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Best running shoes
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ASICS MetaRide review (first run verdict): a running shoe that's ahead of the curve
Outrageously curved ASICS MetaRide is here to help you run longer
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On Cloudrush review: the best running shoe for more advanced runners
Swiss-made running wizardry with a shoe that's aimed at regular runners but which will benefit just about anyone
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Apple GymKit: what you need to know
Sadly, it's not a range of sports vests. GymKit is a handy way to drag info from your favourite gym machines. Here's what we love about it, and what needs to improve
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The best gifts for runners
AKA: an excellent way for loved ones to lose the fat they've piled on over the festive period
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Garmin Vivoactive: GPS fitness tracker with a side order of smartwatch
This smartwatch/fitness-band hybrid is a jack of all trades and a master of… Well, let's find out, eh?
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Garmin Forerunner 225 review: the leader of the running watch pack?
Garmin’s running watch measures your heart rate and hits the right beats
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Jawbone UP2 review: like the UP3 but cheaper
Look good in the day, track every detail during the night with this step-and-sleep lifestyle tracker
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Jawbone UP3 review: is this attractive lifestyle band a worthy rival to Fitbit Charge HR?
Stylish and packed with sensory tech, but does the Jawbone UP3 justify its relatively high price?
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Withings Activité and Activité Pop review: meet the fitness tracker rat pack
Do these stylish analogue watches/step counters/sleep trackers actually work, as well as looking sexy?
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