Running is an integral component of her training routine she even credits it for helping her get ready for her Olympic debut where she represented China. Over the years, Gu has also posted on Instagram about her cross country meets and running workouts. In an Instagram post celebrating International Women’s Day in 2021, after thanking her grandma and mother, Gu wrote, “…to my unbelievably strong high school cross country coach (who showed me focus and fearlessness).” She was a competitive cross country runner for seven years and has expressed admiration and gratitude for her former coach.

What a day.”Īlthough racing in San Fran was an impromptu decision, Gu has history with the sport. Went in with the relatively simple goal of finishing the race but got a bit competitive around mile 7 & wanted to see what I could make happen… hyped to walk away with an unexpected second place in the 19 and under age group!! Still on a high. In an Instagram post she wrote, “Landed in San Francisco 36 hrs ago and spontaneously signed up for the San Francisco half marathon.

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