What does it take to lead a crew of hundreds? In this episode, we go inside Adidas Runners Berlin (@runnersberlin) with captains Fer and Lynn—two of the most recognizable faces in the city’s running scene.

They talk leadership, burnout, brand politics, and rebuilding community after the pandemic. We dive into what it truly means to create a safe space when everyone’s watching—and how to hold that line when it counts.

Plus: comebacks, race-day pressure, the problem with chasing PBs, and why the track is the most democratic place in Berlin.

This is leadership with spikes on. No fluff. All heart.

Follow the crew:

• Adidas Runners Berlin: @runnersberlin

• Fer: @mandarina.caiman

• Lynn: @maleenlynn

Kaizen is an adaptive running app built for runners who value progress over perfection. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of kaizen—continuous, incremental improvement—the app helps you train smarter by focusing on weekly training load, not rigid schedules. Go check them out at links below.

🌐 runkaizen.com📸 Instagram: @runkaizen🐦 X (Twitter): @runkaizen
📱 Available on iOS and Android

Bryce didn’t come to build a run club. He just wanted to meet a few people.
But what started as a weekly jog with strangers has grown into Optimistic Runners Run Club—a community where the loop matters more than the finish line, and where showing up—on time, in the cold, with a smile—is an act of care.

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@OptimisticRunners

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In this episode of Crew Cast, Bryce talks about:

• Growing up on Réunion Island and finding rhythm in movement
• His journey into triathlon and endurance sports
• Building a welcoming space for runners of all levels in Berlin
• Why running loops can feel like meditation
• How Optimistic Runners became a soft landing spot for people new to the city
• And the quiet beauty of simply being recognized by name

It’s not just a story about running. It’s about belonging.

This week on Crewcast, we sit down with Tim, founder of Founders Running Club, to talk about building community through running. Tim shares how a high-pressure startup life and marathon training in San Francisco led to the birth of a global run club with over 30 chapters. We explore how FRC blends entrepreneurship and fitness, why it's more about conversation than pace, and what it takes to scale a community across continents. If you're curious about launching a chapter—or just love a good runner's origin story—this one's for you.

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Tim on Instagram

🚀 New Episode Alert! 🎙️🏃‍♂️

This week on the FOMO Running Team podcast, we sit down with Mariona and Ruslan of @runningfomo to dive into Berlin’s thriving running scene! 🌍🏃‍♀️

We talk about:
✨ The rise of community running in Berlin
🔍 How Running FOMO helps runners discover the best clubs & events
📅 Balancing full-time jobs with running passion projects
🎉 Their plans for exciting new events in 2025

Whether you're new to Berlin’s running culture or a seasoned club runner, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and motivation. Don't miss it! 🎧🔥

Ramona Tyler is the founder of Pace Berlin and a Lululemon ambassador in Berlin.

In this episode, we discuss Ramona’s upbringing and their early relationship with running, how biking took center stage when they moved to Berlin, and finally how all of that came together in the creation of their running club. Ramona’s story is one of growth, care, and building community, and I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

You can find PACE on your choice platform:

Organizations Mentioned:

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Isla Coffee Berlin

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Valencia Flood Relief donations are being collected: here and the Red Cross.

For more information about Peter, find him on ⁠⁠Instagram, and to follow along with us Crew Cast, we are ⁠⁠@crewcast030⁠⁠. ⁠

For more information about Mikkeller Run Club Berlin reach out to them on Instagram @mrc_berlin .

To follow along with Crew Cast find us @crewcast030.