Better By Next Week

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 ea...

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 t...

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 calcu...

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...

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 per...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie kick off a brand-new chapter with The Human Guinea Pig 🧪. This episode sets the foundation for a year built on curiosity over ego , asking “what’s possible?” instead of what if . Tim lays out why this year of challenges feels different — less directionless, more intentional — using his own body as the experiment so listeners don’t have to....

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast 🎙️ Tim and Ollie sit down with Alex Cleary for a conversation that goes deep, fast. From chaotic younger years to building a life with intention, Alex shares how he flipped the script without losing himself along the way. We unpack identity shifts, accountability, and the uncomfortable middle ground where you’re no longer who you were… but not yet who you...

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...

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 st...

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 mi...

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...

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 ope...

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...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie explain what their keys to the castle really are when it comes to training. They break down the purpose behind tempo, hills, easy runs, long runs and how each session builds a stronger, smarter and more resilient runner. Tim then jumps in with his go-to mental tactics to help you get started, stay motivated and hold yourself accountable—whet...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie dive deep into the incredible experience that was King of the Hill. An event that pushed Tim to his absolute limits. After running for an unbelievable 65 hours and climbing the equivalent of Mount Everest twice , the boys unpack what it truly took to go that far, both physically and mentally. Ollie shares the behind-the-scenes stories from...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie step you through the true meaning of beers and nachos — that’s right, we’re talking recovery ! 🍻🥑 From the physical and mental side to the nutritional essentials , this episode breaks down how to bounce back smarter after a hard training session, a gruelling race, or even a tough injury. Joining the conversation is Gaby Villa , renowned s...

On this week’s episode of Better By Next Week, Tim and Ollie welcome two of Australia’s finest ultra runners, Tom Dade and Miah Noble, into the Greenhouse. Together, they dive deep into stories of grit, resilience, and personal growth, both on the trails and in life. Tom and Miah open up about their struggles with mental health, sharing honest insights into how running has become a grounding force...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie slow things down and ponder the big questions that have been circling their minds. From the build-up to some major upcoming events to the growing excitement around the biggest Backyard Ultra in the world, they dive deep into what truly drives people to go all in, mentally, physically, and emotionally. The conversation drifts between curiosi...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie uncover the big hitters when it comes to things that can go wrong during training and racing, from blisters and chafing to bonking and breakdowns. They dive deep into the must-have tactics every runner needs to stay prepared, overcome setbacks, and keep pushing forward when things get tough. With real-life stories, hard-earned lessons, and...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim flips the script as he hosts Ollie, not as a co-host, but as a 'Guest in the Greenhouse' for the very first time! 🌿 With the mics turned and no co-pilot beside him, Tim dives headfirst into Ollie’s remarkable journey as an U18 World Record holder and one of the youngest, most exciting talents in the world of ultra running. In this raw and inspiring...

In this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie explore what it means to make friends with pain. They dive into the spectrum of pain, from early niggles to the full-body “pain cave”, and how runners can learn to distinguish between discomfort worth pushing through and signals of injury. Sharing stories from training and racing, they unpack how experience reshapes perception of pain, why i...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie dive into the epic insights they missed over the past couple of months, bringing fresh stories, lessons, and reflections from the world of running, training, and performance. From untold race-day takeaways to the little adjustments that make a big difference, they catch up on everything you need to know to keep improving, one week at a time....

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast, Tim and Ollie hosted their very first Guest in the Greenhouse, welcoming none other than world record holder in the Backyard Ultra, Phil Gore. Known for pushing the limits of human endurance, Phil shared his remarkable journey of how he went from being a “5k a day” runner to achieving the seemingly impossible, running for five days straight. Throughout t...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie dive into how to make sure you turn up ready for your next event, no matter the distance. We explore the art of tapering and deloading, cutting back the right way so your body arrives fresh, not flat. Nutrition also takes centre stage, with practical advice on fuelling smart in the final days before race day. But it’s not just about the body...

On this week’s Better By Next Week podcast Tim and Ollie explore the world of Backyard Ultras, and talk about what it takes to truly succeed in this unique format of racing. Backyard ultras are more than just an endurance event they’re the perfect playground for testing all the ultra running essentials: pacing, nutrition, mindset, and strategy. With expert insights from world record holders, along...