
Jonathan Shannon
Jonathan Shannon is the editor of Coach and is based in London, UK. He has worked for Coach since 2016, developing a deep understanding of health and fitness through interviews with leading experts in a range of topics.
Jonathan edits almost all articles published on Coach, ensuring they are accurate, useful and easy to read. He also selects what Coach covers and the wider editorial strategy, aiming to help as many people as possible enrich their lives with the activity of their choosing.
Jonathan took up running while editing Coach and has run a sub-40min 10K and a 1hr 28min half marathon. His next ambition is to complete a marathon and he is following Coach’s sub-3hr marathon training plan. He’s an advocate of cycling to work and is Coach’s e-bike reviewer, and not just because he lives up a bit of a hill. He also reviews fitness trackers and other workout gear. Jonathan takes any opportunity to practise yoga and swim in open water, and completed the half-mile course at Swim Serpentine 2021. He also plays five-a-side football for a south London team.
Jonathan has been a professional journalist and editor since 2008, beginning his career at Time Out New York and finishing at the title as acting editor-in-chief before moving to London to provide maternity cover for the editor of Time Out London. Jonathan is committed to producing high-quality service journalism, helping readers make the most of their leisure time with inspiring and, most importantly, accurate information, something he’s continued doing with Coach.
Jonathan has a BA (Hons) in Modern History from Magdalen College, Oxford University.
Latest articles by Jonathan Shannon

Best Treadmills For Home Of 2023
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
This guide to the best treadmills includes tried-and-tested budget, folding and connected treadmills worth buying for your home training

The Best Protein Bars: The Tastiest And Healthiest Options
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
They’re not cheap and can contain more calories and sugar than chocolate bars. Choose wisely with our expert guide and top picks

The Best Pull-Up Bars For Your Home Workouts
By Harry Bullmore last updated
Writer Harry Bullmore is working his way through as many pull-up bars as he can get his hands on, but we’ve also added extra options for you to consider while we continue testing

The Best Swimming Watches, Waterproof Smartwatches And Fitness Trackers For The Pool
By Michael Sawh last updated
From counting laps to SWOLF scores, here are 11 great swimming watches

The Best Rowing Machines For Home
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
All the info you need when you want to buy a top-class indoor rower

The Best Dumbbells For Your Home Gym
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Free weights are the ideal bit of home kit. These are the ones worth buying

Prime Day Fitbit Deals Shock: Zero US Deals, Versa 4 Price Drop In UK
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale brings Prime Day prices to October, and plenty of Fitbit trackers and smartwatches will be discounted

The New Garmin Vivoactive 5 Looks Like A Great Value Fitness Watch
By Jonathan Shannon published
A great new smartwatch option or does it lack the health features to match up to the Fitbit Sense 2?

The Best Gym Trainers
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Set yourself up for success with these top gym shoes for every type of workout

The Best Running Socks
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Because running in the right socks is a life-changing, blister-avoiding experience

The Best Exercise Bikes
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Spin your way to better fitness without leaving your front room

High-Protein Turkey Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe
By Jonathan Shannon last updated
Increase the amount of protein in your spag bol with this tasty and easy-to-make recipe from sports nutrition expert Anita Bean

Honbike Uni4 E-Bike Review
By Jonathan Shannon published
A promising budget e-bike is let down by its unreliable battery performance

The Best Cycling Backpacks For Commuters
By Charlie Allenby last updated
Ride through the elements and carry your gear in comfort with one of the best cycling backpacks

How To Rewatch The London Marathon Finish Line Live Stream And Find Your Runner
By Jonathan Shannon last updated
The footage from the cameras trained on the finish line is available to watch on BBC iPlayer for 29 days, but skipping to the right point is tricky

London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023: Route, Tips And More
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Everything you need to know about this central London race, including how to enter and get to the start on time

12-Week Half Marathon Training Plan To Break Two Hours
By Jonathan Shannon last updated
It’s a challenging but achievable time – here’s how to join the sub-two club in three months

A Straightforward Gym Machine Workout Plan For Beginners
By Jonathan Shannon last updated
If you’ve never set foot in a gym before, this progressive gym machine workout plan will help you build confidence and muscle over 12 weeks

Volt London Review: The Most Secure E-Bike
By Jonathan Shannon published
A comfortable and practical urban electric bike with refreshingly simple security features

The Best Fitness Trackers Of 2023
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Find the best fitness tracker for you with our buyer’s guide and run-down of Fitbit, Garmin, Apple, Huawei and Samsung models

The Dumbbell Workout Plan To Build Muscle At Home
By Joe Warner last updated
Add size to your arms, chest and shoulders with these four dumbbell workouts

How To Get Fit Fast
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
There’s more than one way to improve your fitness – we’ll help you decide which one is right for you

The Best Vitamin D Supplements And Vitamin D Explained
By Nick Harris-Fry last updated
Be smart in the sun – or take a supplement – to increase your odds of staying healthier for longer