Becs Gentry

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]

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]

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]