Becs Gentry was born on June 24th, 1984 in New York City, and moved to Los Angeles, California in 1996. At the age of 4, she started riding bicycles and fell in love with the sport. By the time she turned 10, she had already won many races and competitions.
She continued to ride competitively until she was 12 years old. After winning numerous local races, she decided to take racing seriously and joined the US Cycling Federation. She competed in road races all over the country including the Tour de France, the USA Pro Challenge, and the UCI World Cup.
She currently works out of Studio B in Santa Monica, CA teaching spinning classes and personal training sessions. She also coaches cyclists who want to improve their performance.
Full Name | Becs Gentry |
Birth date | June 24th, 1984 |
Birth place | New York City |
Education | Attended UCLA Extension and graduated with a degree in Exercise Science |
Age | 38 |
Height | 5’8″ |
Weight | 140 lbs |
Marital status | Married |
Net worth | $10 million. |
Nationality | American |
Social media | Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, |
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Becs Gentry Biography
Becs Gentry is a Certified Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Specialist, and Cycle Sport Coach. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management from University of California, Los Angeles. She is also a member of the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
Her passion for health and wellness stems from growing up in a family where food was always around. Her mother was a Registered Dietitian and her father was a chef. They encouraged her to eat healthy foods and enjoy them. She credits her parents for instilling good eating habits into her life.
At the age of 16, she entered her first national championship race. She finished second place in the junior division. That same year, she qualified for the Junior Olympics in Athens, Greece. She represented the United States in the Road Race event.
By the age of 17, she was ranked #1 in the world among juniors in the Women’s Category. She also won the prestigious Amgen Tour of California.
Family Background
Becs Gentry comes from a large family. She has three sisters and two brothers. One of her older siblings is named Sarah and another one is named Lauren. Her younger sister is named Madison and her brother is named Tyler.
Her parents divorced when she was young. Her mom remarried and has five children. Her dad remarried and has two sons. Becs has a stepmother and stepsiblings.
Body Measurements
Height: 5’8″
Weight: 140 lbs
Measurements: 34A – 24 – 35
Bust: 32C
Waist: 26″
Hips: 36″
Feet: 9 1/2″
Eye Color: Brown
Hair Color: Blonde
Net worth
According to Forbes, Becs Gentry has a net worth of $10 million.
Education Background
After finishing college, Gentry worked various jobs while pursuing her passion of becoming a professional cyclist. She attended UCLA Extension and graduated with a degree in Exercise Science. She then completed a graduate certificate program in Sports Performance Coaching at USC.
Personal Life
She is married to David Gentry. She has a daughter named Ava. She met her husband, David, during her junior year of college. They married in 2012 and live together in Los Angeles, CA with their two dogs, Bella and Cooper.
Training Style in Peloton
Peloton offers three types of classes: cardio, strength, and yoga. Each class lasts 30 minutes and includes music. There are two instructors per studio who lead each session. They work together to create a unique experience tailored to each group.
Favourite activity
She enjoys running, swimming, hiking, yoga, and anything outdoors. She loves spending time with family and friends. She likes watching movies and reading books. She is currently studying nutrition and wellness.
Career History
In 2007, Gentry competed in her first pro race, the UCI World Cup in Manchester, England. She finished second overall and took home $10,000 in prize money. That same year, she placed third in the women’s omnium event at the UCI Track Cycling World Championships.
She also represented the United States at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China. In 2009, she qualified for the U.S. Olympic team again, this time in the individual pursuit. She made the finals, placing fourth.
In 2010, Gentry returned to the world cup circuit and won the silver medal in the points race. She also participated in the inaugural Tour de France Féminin, finishing sixth overall. Later that year, she competed in the US Pro Challenge, taking fifth place overall.
In 2011, Gentry turned professional and signed with the Specialized Racing Team. She competed in the Critérium Internationale d’athlétisme Feminin, finishing seventh overall. She also participated in her first Grand Prix, the GP Plouay, where she came in eighth.
Becs Gentry facts you didn’t know
She has won multiple awards including Best Female Athlete ESPY Award, Best Female Collegiate Athlete ESPY Award and the Honda Sports Award.
Social media
Becs Gentry uses social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. She posts photos and videos related to her life and travels.