On The Runs
Runners are the best storytellers. On The Runs podcast features running narratives from the
best of those storytellers. Whether hearing from a runner who started a year ago or 50 years ago, the
conversation is engaging, funny, and enlightening. Guest stories range from struggles to
outstanding achievements and everything in between … including “Code Brown” tales. “Code
Brown” situations are not what you might think. Guests share awkward & unique circumstances
they have found themselves in throughout their journey.
The crosstalk between hosts Eric and Erika is natural and entertaining.
Friends for over 20 years, they have the gifted skill set to keep the listener glued to the interviews
along with the bantering between themselves. Their conversations come across as fireside chats
amongst friends leaving you feeling like you were there.
On The Runs has been fortunate to have a wide range of guests over their nearly 200 episodes from the local 5k runner to epic ultra marathoners. Iconic leaders and history makers in the sport along with, nutritionist, coaches, race directors, peloton instructors and running legends.
On The Runs
On The Runs 87 - Becs Gentry
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Happy New Year!
In this episode, we welcome Becs Gentry to the pod! (00:08:45) An ultra marathoner and Peloton instructor, we get to know Becs background, her love for Formula One racing, and her journey into the fitness industry. Becs shares her experiences growing up in the UK, her involvement in various sports, and her transition from a career in PR to becoming a personal trainer. We also delve into Becs passion for trail running and ultra marathons, including her first race and her participation in the Speed Project race. She also shares memorable moments from her participation in the Speed Project and talks about her bucket list races. She discusses the camaraderie and fun behind the scenes at Peloton, as well as her experience working during the COVID-19 pandemic. We hear about the challenges of international travel and the contrasting restrictions in London and New York during Covid as well reflected on the mental battle she faced during the British Olympic Trials and the support she received. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions, appreciation for the Bec Beast community, and future goals.
We start the tros off with a LIVE REACTION recorded immediatly after we stoped recording with Becs. Then to complete the tros we discuss our upcoming trip to Peloton Studios, our race plans for 2024 and our excitement for the Boston Run Show. We also talk about our new Patreon supporter and some new social media platforms that we joined. The episode concludes with a discussion about keeping a running journal and the possibility of starting a blog and much more!
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