How Jack Rayner keeps breaking Australian records + is stopping your watch cheating?

This week I’m joined by one of Australia’s best runners, Jack Rayner.

Jack’s been absolutely flying, breaking Australian records and competing at the highest level of long distance running across the world. We get stuck into what makes him so good, how he trains, what he’s thinking when he races, dealing with injuries, setbacks, toilet breaks, and what he’s chasing next.

With the Melbourne Marathon coming up, I also pick Jack’s brain on how to tackle my race, from pacing and fuelling to what to do when the wheels start falling off.

We get into the Aussie running scene, run clubs, training with mates, whether stopping your watch is actually cheating, and plenty more.

Listen out for:

Jack’s journey from cross country kid to professional runner

Breaking the Australian half-marathon record with a 59:53 in Barcelona

Jack’s favourite courses, flow state and the races that don’t go to plan

Injuries, setbacks and learning when you’ve pushed your body too far

Why strength training matters for runners

The do’s and don’ts of preparing for a marathon

Dyl’s Melbourne Marathon plan and whether his sub-3:30 goal is realistic