Articles by Matt Evans, Senior Fitness & Wearables Editor

Matt is TechRadar's expert on all things fitness, wellness and wearable tech.

A former staffer at Men's Health, he holds a Master's Degree in journalism from Cardiff and has written for brands like Runner's World, Women's Health, Men's Fitness, LiveScience and Fit&Well on everything fitness tech, exercise, nutrition and mental wellbeing.

Matt's a keen runner, ex-kickboxer, not averse to the odd yoga flow, and insists everyone should stretch every morning. When he’s not training or writing about health and fitness, he can be found reading doorstop-thick fantasy books with lots of fictional maps in them.

Articles by: Matt Evans

From Garmin to Whoop and Polar, the rise in fitness tech subscriptions is a sign that one day we'll own nothing

By Matt Evans published 10 May 25

The subscription-based economy has always been a part of fitness, from gyms to personal data.

Fitbit Premium, one of the best fitness apps

Best fitness app 2025: Get fit with just a smartphone

By Lloyd Coombes last updated 9 May 25

The best fitness apps for all your needs, whether you're a runner, cyclist or gym bunny.

The best running shoes 2025: Hit the road with our top sneakers and trainers

By Matt Evans last updated 8 May 25

Buying guide We've tested the best running shoes for hard surfaces, with all distances and types of runners catered for

'Rider safety is our top priority': E-bike maker Cowboy is recalling some bikes after frames develop cracks

By Matt Evans published 7 May 25

Cowboy is recalling C4 ST MR Edition bikes due to cracks appearing in the frames.

Pebble OS watch Core 2 Duo demoed ahead of release – and it's currently being held together with tape

By Matt Evans published 6 May 25

The new Pebble OS watches just got demoed on a podcast, as Pebble's founder warns of tariff impacts.

Honor Watch 5 Ultra review: an Ultra-worthy build with a very basic UI

By Matt Evans published 5 May 25

The Honor Watch 5 Ultra is rugged and handsome, but not sophisticated enough under the hood to merit its Ultra moniker.

I played Dungeons & Dragons with ChatGPT, and it was far better than I expected

By Matt Evans published 5 May 25

I was anticipating a dull, rote choose-your-own-adventure, but I got a session tailored to my character – albeit one still missing the core of what makes D&D great.

Forget smartwatches: 5 reasons I think simple fitness trackers are due to make a comeback in 2025

By Matt Evans published 3 May 25

The reasons I think simple fitness trackers are due to make a comeback in 2025.

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The best Fitbit 2025: Classic fitness trackers and the latest smartwatches

By Matt Evans last updated 30 April 25

Updated Find the best Fitbit to help you develop healthy habits, improve your workouts and provide great health metrics.

Motorola Watch Fit showing apps screen with Workout, Workout Record, and Heart Rate features

Motorola's Moto Watch Fit might look like an Apple Watch, but it reportedly packs more than 20 times the battery life

By Matt Evans published 25 April 25

The Moto Watch Fit could be the Apple Watch clone that Android users have been waiting for.

I ran London Marathon with Garmin and Apple Watch

I ran an entire marathon with a Garmin, an Apple Watch and Strava – here are all the differences in time, distance and more

By Matt Evans last updated 25 April 25

I put Garmin and Apple's best watches to the test, running the London marathon.

Runners compete during the London Marathon in the United Kingdom in April 2024

How to track a London Marathon 2025 runner: Follow the race with the official app and other services like Strava

By Matt Evans published 25 April 25

How to track runners during this year’s London marathon.

Garmin instinct 3 Tactical Edition press image of two watches

Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition drops with Stealth Mode, Kill Switch, extra metal and ballistics info

By Matt Evans published 24 April 25

The Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical Edition just dropped, and it's very Metal Gear Solid.

The Apple Watch SE on someone's wrist using the Slate Milanese Loop band

Apple Watch users who close their rings today will get a cool free package of limited-edition digital prizes

By Matt Evans published 24 April 25

Apple Watch users, you can get a limited-edition badge and other goodies today – here's how.

One of the best budget Fitbit alternatives is about to get a new upgrade

By Matt Evans published 23 April 25

Honor Band 10 has been unveiled on Chinese storefront, but other regions are out of luck – for now.

Garmin Forerunner 955 showing Training Readiness score

I wish I was a better runner so I could use more of the features on my Garmin watch

By Matt Evans published 18 April 25

I test running watches like Garmins for a living – but I wish I was a better runner so I could get more out of them.

What Strava buying Runna means for users of both fitness apps – according to their CEOs

By Matt Evans published 17 April 25

"We're keeping the two apps separate for the foreseeable": Strava and Runna CEOs tell us their acquisition won't be like Fitbit and Google

Ultim8 by supermouth toothbrush on white table

Ultim8 by Supermouth review: A well-designed sonic toothbrush with a slick UV SmartHub gimmick

By Matt Evans published 15 April 25

Ultim8 by Supermouth is a basic sonic toothbrush that relies on its compatible SmartHub to stand out.

OnePlus Watch 3 review: The Android smartwatch of 2025 so far

By Matt Evans last updated 15 April 25

The OnePlus Watch 3 is too big for small wrists, but it offers a beautiful Wear OS experience.

Garmin instinct 3 in neotropic green on wrist

Garmin Instinct 3's first update brings 8 new features – and sorry, that includes Garmin Connect+

By Matt Evans published 14 April 25

Garmin Instinct 3's first beta update gets the new Rucking activity, Passcode feature, and Garmin Connect+.

Nank Runner Diver2 Pro review: One of the best sets of waterproof headphones available today

By Matt Evans published 13 April 25

Tested in the pool and on the road, the Nank Runner Diver2 Pro is a delight to use.

5 fitness apps that can help you build muscle in the gym

By Matt Evans published 12 April 25

The best apps to help you lift weights, pack on size and add strength.

3 Apple Watch features I want to see if the rumored visionOS-style interface is true

By Matt Evans published 11 April 25

The latest Apple Watch rumor is a Vision Pro-like interface and Apple Intelligence.

Hot on the heels of Garmin's controversial subscription plan, Polar's just unveiled its own

By Matt Evans published 10 April 25

The 'adaptive and personal' Fitness Program is a 'subscription-based addition' to the Polar ecosystem.

Fitbit Luxe on TR background, one of the best fitness trackers

The best fitness trackers 2025: From Fitbit-style bands to smartwatches and more

By Matt Evans last updated 9 April 25

Buying Guide The best fitness trackers for every budget to help you measure your activity while looking at comfort, performance, and practicality

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