Better By Next Week

Tim and Ollie Kacprzak
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"Better by Next Week, hosted by father-son duo Tim and Ollie, mix running, laughs, and life lessons. Inspiring stories ignite passion in runners of all levels, push you toward growth and your true potential. Chase greatness together!"

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Loose Ends

    In this episode of 🎙️ Better By Next Week, Tim and Ollie sit down to tie up a few loose ends before the next chapter of the podcast begins. From the highs and lows of the 🔥 Hardcore Harry’s Last One Standing Challenge to the mental battles that come with pushing your limits, this episode dives deep into what happens when you hit your own “Day 66” , that moment where everything feels like it’s falling apart. Tim shares the raw story behind nearly quitting the challenge and what changed the very next day, while Ollie opens up about the grind of chasing performance, the frustration of training without feeling progress, and learning to focus on the small wins along the way. They also talk about the new podcast setup, the behind-the-scenes upgrades, upcoming plans, and a few competitions that needed wrapping up. This episode is about resilience, perspective, and keeping moving forward — even when things feel stuck. If you’ve ever had your own Day 66, this one’s for you. 💪🏃‍♂️

    1h 29m

  2. 8 MAR

    Fly on the wall

    Welcome back to the Better By Next Week Podcast for another Fly on the Wall episode where nothing is off limits. 🪰 This one is packed with your listener questions, covering everything from Backyard Ultras, Zone 2 endurance training, and foot care, through to the mental side of running and how to overcome that voice saying “I’m not good enough.” We also talk about run walk strategies, dealing with plantar fascia issues, and what actually keeps you moving when things get really hard. We dive into the practical stuff runners want to know like shoe choices, pole techniques, nutrition before and after races, and whether it’s normal for your throat to clog up chasing a 5km PB. Plus we discuss training for a Backyard Ultra, the best ways to make long endurance runs easier, and the lessons learned from balancing running, family life, and fatherhood. There’s also a great discussion around motivation, consistency, and how even experienced runners sometimes lose their drive before bouncing back. 🏃‍♂️ To finish things off we throw in the Quick Fire 10 questions for both Tim and Ollie, covering everything from the future of the HardCore Harry’s challenge, favourite Victorian trail runs, dream races like the big US 200 milers, the infamous 500 burpee payback, and plenty of laughs along the way. We wrap the episode with our BBNW audience challenge and a thought provoking “Don’t Quote Me On That” theory inspired by the film Gattaca. 🎙️🔥 Question for the audienceWhat is the one belief about running or life that might actually be holding you back from becoming Better By Next Week?

    1h 28m

  3. 28/12/2025

    Better By Next Year

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie close out the year with our final episode, Better By Next Year 🎉. This one is part celebration, part reflection, and part looking forward. We spin the wheel 🎡 to give away all our All New Review prizes, revisit some of the biggest moments from the year, and talk honestly about what we learned along the way and what we’d change if we were doing it all again. We dive back into the gear that genuinely worked for us throughout the year 👟⌚, the reviews that surprised us most, and the lessons learned from testing products in real-world conditions, not perfect ones. Instead of talking New Year’s resolutions, we focus on changing habits and building routines that actually lead to long-term lifestyle change. Small, repeatable actions that stack up over time and help you keep showing up when motivation fades. We also break down our favourite events of the year, share insights from the BBNW Challenge, and reflect on what we learned not just as runners, but as people. A big, meaningful way to finish the year and set the tone for what’s next 🚀

    1h 46m

  4. 20/12/2025

    All New Review

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie are back in the trophy room 🏆 after putting themselves through one of their more ambitious ideas yet, racing an event using all brand-new gear. No wear-in period, no familiar favourites, just fresh footwear 👟, new sunnies 😎, untouched nutrition 🍯, untested apparel, watches ⌚, headphones 🎧, and all the race-day essentials thrown straight into real race conditions. This All New Review episode is where they unpack how it all actually went. What held up under fatigue, what surprised them, and what they’d rethink next time. From comfort and performance to practicality over long hours ⏱️, nothing is off the table. Along the way, they challenge common gear myths, share honest takeaways, and talk through lessons you only earn by doing the work, not reading the label. If you enjoy real-world gear chat, first-hand experience, and insights earned on tired legs, this one’s for you. 🎁 Giveaway Time!Want to win some of the gear we review? Head to our Instagram giveaway post to enter! To be eligible, make sure you’re following the brand you’d like to win from. On our Instagram, each brand has its own reel entry so you can enter for multiple prizes. Don’t miss your chance to grab some amazing gear and be part of the fun! 👇 Brand partners featured in this episode Lululemon https://www.lululemon.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/lululemon COROS Altra Australiahttps://altrarunning.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/altrarunningau/ OOFOS https://www.oofos.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/oofosaustralia/ Knockaround AUhttps://www.knockaround.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/knockaround_australia/ Trails Plushttps://trailsplus.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/trailsplus Gooch Goohttps://goochgoo.comhttps://www.instagram.com/gooch_goo/ Shokz Australiahttps://shokz.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/shokzaunz/ Tarkinehttps://tarkine.comhttps://www.instagram.com/tarkineathletics/ Mapleroohttps://mapleroo.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/mapleroo.au/ RELE https://www.relefootwear.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/relefootwear Tailwind Nutrition AUhttps://tailwindnutrition.com.auhttps://www.instagram.com/tailwindnutritionau/

    1h 44m

  5. 14/12/2025

    Last Legend

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie record this episode just two hours after crossing the line at Last Legend, with the legs still trashed and the adrenaline very much alive. Ollie takes out the event with an epic 80km performance, while Tim battles his way to 70km, proving grit sometimes matters more than good decisions. They break down what it actually took to win, the mindset shifts required as the laps drag on, and practical tips for anyone thinking about taking on a last-man-standing style event. The boys dive deep into the course, race-day strategy, fuelling, pacing, and the moments where things nearly fell apart. Fresh off the chaos, they also tackle this week’s listener questions with raw honesty and plenty of laughs. There’s big energy in this one as Tim finally passes what Ollie calls the fire torch to the next generation. Strap in—this is a performance for the ages.

    1h 20m

  6. 07/12/2025

    The Secrets we Keep

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie talk about “The Secrets We Keep.” From the funny stuff, like hiding new running gear from your partner or pretending that old pair of shoes is “definitely not another pair” to the deeper personal secrets that weigh us down and why speaking them out loud can be the key to letting them go. We also dive into our upcoming All New Review episode and the massive $2.5k in giveaways thanks to our incredible brand partners and the unreal support from our listeners. This week we officially unveil our brand-new Quote of the Week segment (finally named), and we tackle every one of your listener questions with honesty, humour and a whole lot of heart. It’s a packed episode full of laughs, insights, vulnerability and epic giveaways. Tune in for the secrets, stay for the wisdom, and leave feeling better by next week.

    1h 5m

  7. 30/11/2025

    Ben Burgess - Better By Next Week

    On this week’s Better By Next Week episode, Ollie and Tim host Ben Burgess in the Greenhouse, fresh off an incredible run at the World Ultra Trail Running Championships where he finished as the number one Aussie in a stacked global field. We dive into what it felt like to stand on the world stage, how he processed the experience, and why his running has skyrocketed over the past few years. Ben opens up about being self-coached, staying humble, learning constantly, and handling the days when everything falls apart. We explore the pivotal moments behind his record run at Kunanyi, the gear he refuses to race without, and why supporting smaller community events matters to him. We also dig into Ben’s zest for adventure, his love for nature, the freedom of a nomadic lifestyle, and how staying relaxed (sometimes unbelievably relaxed) helps him race with joy instead of pressure. He shares how he manages expectations, finds energy, navigates hard moments, and uses running as a tool for growth and perspective. Plus, we hit listener questions including training for West Macs, race-day nutrition, favourite shoes, post-race snacks, and whether events like DU135 or backyard ultras are on his radar. A big, insightful, uplifting chat with one of Australia’s most exciting ultra talents.

    1h 42m

  8. 23/11/2025

    Donuts, Gazebos and Giveaways

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie talk donuts, gazebos and giveaways… because nothing screams elite running podcast like pastries and portable shade. We go deep into race-day nutrition plans (no, donuts don’t make the list), our favourite pre-race and mid-race foods, and the gear you should bring to every event, whether you’re racing a 5K, an ultra, or somehow got convinced to do both in the same weekend. We unpack the chaos of crewing, including what actually helps your runner, what absolutely doesn’t, and why Ollie thinks Tim is passing him a fire torch. There are honest insights, questionable decisions, and plenty of stories that’ll make you laugh and maybe rethink your own race-day routine. We bring back our favourite listener segments: your Listener Questions, plus our mysterious, iconic, still-yet-to-be-named Quote of the Week.And because our listeners are absolute legends, we’re running a special giveaway episode to say thank you. Tune in for tips, laughs, gear talk and a whole lot of organised chaos.

    1h 29m
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"Better by Next Week, hosted by father-son duo Tim and Ollie, mix running, laughs, and life lessons. Inspiring stories ignite passion in runners of all levels, push you toward growth and your true potential. Chase greatness together!"

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  • Creator
    Tim and Ollie Kacprzak
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tim and Ollie Kacprzak
  • Show Website
    Better By Next Week

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