Becs Gentry

Rebecca "Becs" Gentry (born 27 March 1986) is a Peloton instructor and leading British marathon runner based in New York City.[1][2][3]

Early life

Gentry grew up in Worcester, United Kingdom and was involved in athletics and cross country during school.[1][3] Although she did not run during University, Gentry took up running in 2011 as a way to destress from her career in public relations.[1][4]

Coaching career

Gentry started her career as a running coach in the United Kingdom and became a Nike+ Run Club Coach in London.[5] Gentry moved to New York City in 2019 to join Peloton as a Tread specialist.[6] Together with Robin Arzon, she developed an 18-week marathon training program for the Peloton app.[7] In this role, she has become a globally recognized trainer and face of the Peloton brand,[3][8] partnering on initiatives with celebrities including Ashton Kutcher.[9]

Running career

Gentry is a long distance runner and has competed in marathon and ultramarathon races.[1] She ran 2:37:01 to finish first female (non-elite) in the 2019 New York City Marathon.[3] In March 2021, Gentry was invited to participate in the Olympic Marathon Trials for Team Great Britain.[1][6] Gentry placed fourth in the trials with a time of 2:32:01.[6]

References

1. Mackie, Joe (25 March 2021). "Peloton instructor and former Runner's World cover star Becs Gentry, on how she stays motivated". Runner's World. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
2. "Peloton® | Exercise Bike With Indoor Cycling Classes Streamed Live & On-Demand". onepeloton.com. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
3. "Becs Gentry's marathon training philosophy". AW. 13 June 2021. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
4. Bloom, Ben (26 March 2021). "Meet Becs Gentry - the Olympic marathon hopeful who has never run a competitive race". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
5. "143. Becs Gentry, Peloton Instructor & Runner". Hurdle. 11 January 2021. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
6. "Ali on the Run Show Episode 379: Becs Gentry, Peloton Tread & Strength Instructor | Ali On The Run". 27 May 2021. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
7. Zickl, Danielle (21 May 2019). "Just in Time for Fall Marathons, Peloton Launches an 18-Week Training Program". Runner's World. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
8. "How to Start Running (Even If You're So Not a Runner)". Peoplemag. Retrieved 3 September 2022.
9. Hoppe, Stephanie (25 July 2022). "Ashton Kutcher Takes on NYC Marathon for a Cause". Runner's World. Retrieved 3 September 2022.