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. 5 DAYS AGO

    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

  2. 1 MAR

    Stuart Hinds - Better By Next Week

    In this powerful episode of Better By Next Week, we sit down with Olympic level soft tissue therapist Stuart Hinds to unpack what actually matters when it comes to recovery, injury prevention, communication, mindset, and elite performance 🧠💪 From selling his car to chase a dream to working at multiple Olympic Games including the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics and the Athens 2004 Summer Olympics, Stu shares what it’s really like behind the scenes of elite sport, the pressure, the preparation, and the privilege of working with the best athletes in the world. We dive into: 🔥 Why recovery is the real separator between elite and amateur athletes🧠 The underrated power of communication in high performance teams🏃‍♂️ Why runners “keep him in business” and what we’re doing wrong📉 The destructive side of comparing yourself on Strava and social media🦵 How understanding opposing muscle groups changed how he treats hip injuries🥇 What the Olympics taught him about pressure, purpose, and perspective Stu breaks down how elite environments operate with athletes at the centre and coaches, physios, dieticians and therapists aligned around them. He also explains why amateur athletes often struggle, juggling work, family, stress and training load while neglecting the one thing elites nail, recovery. We also explore mindset, why some athletes bounce back from injury while others spiral, and how sometimes the hardest part of therapy isn’t the body, it’s the brain. If you’re a runner, competitor, or someone chasing growth in any area of life, this episode will change how you think about training, setbacks, and long term progression. Because getting better isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things consistently. Better. By. Next. Week. 🚀

    1h 46m

  3. 22 FEB

    Human Guinea Pig Part 2

    Welcome back to the Better By Next Week podcast 🎙️ This week is Human Guinea Pig – Part 2. We’re deep in the Hardcore Harry’s Challenge 🏃‍♂️ — now in the marathon-plus stage, adding 1km every single day since January 1. The distances are climbing, the fatigue is real, and the lessons are getting sharper. In this episode, we unpack what we’re learning about RECOVERY, SLEEP, NUTRITION, PACING, and MENTAL DISCIPLINE. From nasal breathing upgrades and sleep gains 😴, to increasing carb intake, managing foot pain, rotating old shoes, and using run–walk strategies to survive the daily load — this is a raw look at what it takes to back up marathon distances day after day. We also zoom out to the bigger vision for the year ahead — building toward Sydney’s Backyard Ultra, Unbreakable, the Satellite Team World Champs 🇦🇺, and the long-term goal of joining the 100 HOUR CLUB 💯. This isn’t just about running. It’s about becoming BETTER — one decision, one kilometre, one day at a time.

    1h 4m

  4. 15 FEB

    Where's Your Head At

    This week on the Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie lean into big goals, redemption, and the courage to say your ambitions out loud 🔥 From chasing course records at Wild Boar, You Yangs and Surf Coast Century to unpacking the difference between a 17-year-old and a 43-year-old body, this episode is about structure vs intuition, fatigue resistance, and why most runners overcook their easy days. They talk base building, strength work, and the real edge: consistency over hype. But it goes deeper than splits and sessions. Medals aren’t the moment, they’re symbols of it. The real win is the growth, the hug after 20 hours, the quiet proof you’re moving forward. They explore confidence vs validation, how belief is built through repeated action, and why getting comfortable with discomfort changes everything. If you’re chasing something that scares you, this one’s for you. Because getting better isn’t about ego. It’s about who you become in the pursuit.

    1h 34m

  5. 8 FEB

    MVP - Pop Up Podcast

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie take things completely off script with a world-first Backyard Ultra experience 🎙️🔥 For the first time ever, the podcast was set up live at the start/finish line of the MVP Backyard Ultra. Between laps, they captured raw, unfiltered conversations with crews, race director Brett Saxon, and even a runner who DNF’d and stepped straight off the course to share his journey in real time. No polish. No hindsight. Just the truth of endurance as it’s happening. They also break down the race itself , what they saw unfold hour by hour, how fatigue changed decision-making, the moments that mattered most, and the lessons you only learn by being right there in the chaos 🕒🏃‍♂️ It’s an epic, out-of-the-box episode that puts you inside a Backyard Ultra like never before. If you want the heartbeat of ultra running, not just the highlight reel , this one’s a must-listen. 🎧🔥

    1h 12m

  6. 1 FEB

    P.R.I.M.E.D

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie unpack what it really means to be PRIMED — a simple framework that shows up again and again in running, work, and life 🧠🏃‍♂️ P – Plan (Planning for success) Why winging it only works until it doesn’t. We talk about setting clear plans, adjusting on the fly, and giving yourself direction without boxing yourself in 📋 R – Risk (Taking calculated risks) Progress never comes from playing it safe. From races to life decisions, we break down how to take smart risks without blowing yourself up 🎲 I – Intention Training with purpose instead of autopilot. Every session, decision, and habit has a “why” — and when you’re clear on it, everything sharpens 🎯 M – Motivation Why motivation is unreliable and what actually keeps you moving when the excitement fades. Spoiler: it’s not hype 🔁 E – Emotions Learning to sit with discomfort, nerves, doubt, and pressure — and using them as information instead of letting them derail you 😬 D – Discipline The quiet superpower. Showing up on the average days, sticking to the process, and trusting that consistency always wins 💪 If you’re trying to become a better runner, a better human, or just more consistent with the things you say matter — this episode will hit home 🎧🔥

    1h 39m

  7. 25 JAN

    Brady Nankervis - Better By Next Week

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast 🎙️ Tim and Ollie sit down with Brady Nankervis to unpack what happens when running becomes more than training, and starts shaping how you live, work, and help others 🌱 Brady shares the quiet shifts that slowly changed his direction, from life as a tradie to building purpose through running, nutrition, and mental-health support. We dive into career pivots, confidence, and what it really takes to step into work that aligns with who you’re becoming, not who you used to be. The conversation goes deep into social media, pressure, and authenticity, including the moments that redefine what “hard” actually means when running meets real life. Brady opens up about DNFs, emotional finishes, long-distance suffering, and why asking for help can be a strength, not a weakness. There’s plenty of practical gold for runners too. Simple nutrition habits, easy runs done right, mindset versus fuel, early-morning discipline, and lessons learned from everything from a first DNF to finishing UTA and tackling 30 marathons in 30 days 🏃‍♂️🔥 Honest, grounded, and full of perspective, this episode is for anyone chasing growth, purpose, and progress both on the run and beyond it.

    1h 50m

  8. 18 JAN

    Dave Gatt & Joel Sexton - Better By Next Week

    On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast 🎙️ Tim and Ollie welcome two absolute weapons of Australian ultra running, Joel Sexton and Dave “Gatty” Gatt, into the greenhouse 🌱Joel burst onto the scene fast, going from 24-hour events to representing Australia in Backyard Ultras, while Gatty has become known for draining the well at brutal mountain races and delivering legendary King of the Hill performances ⛰️🔥 We rewind to where it all started, unpacking what first drew them to the suffering of ultras and how running reshaped their lives, identities, and perspectives. From KOTH heroics and BYU chaos to near-DNFs, fear, doubt, stubbornness, and those mid-race “what am I doing” moments 😅This episode digs deep into the mental game. How to race when quitting feels close, how to stay present through long nights, rebuild confidence after bad races, and define success beyond podiums. They also share practical gold for listeners, from underrated training elements to managing boredom, anxiety, and life balance. Raw, honest, funny, and packed with lessons earned the hard way, this one’s for anyone chasing limits and learning what it really means to keep showing up. 💪🏽🔥

    2h 8m
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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
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tim and Ollie Kacprzak
  • Show Website
    Better By Next Week

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