About the Guest(s):
Jen Hansen, a former gymnast who made a significant impact in the sport during her time at the University of Kentucky. With an impressive record of winning three consecutive NCAA championship overall titles, Jen carved a name for herself in the gymnastics world. Post her competitive career, she delved into various fields, including stunt work and muscle activation specialization. Currently residing in Colorado, Jen continues to share her expertise by teaching gymnastics and working as a muscle activation specialist.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Kentucky Sports Memories, Gary Fogle engages in a captivating conversation with Jen Hansen, a trailblazer in gymnastics who put Kentucky on the map in the sport. From her humble beginnings in Wisconsin to her remarkable achievements in gymnastics, Jen's journey is filled with unique experiences and unexpected turns. Discover how Jen's love for horses led her to choose the University of Kentucky, and how she later pursued a career in competitive eating. Listen to her stories about attempting to qualify for the US Olympic team in her late thirties and transitioning into the world of stunt work in the entertainment industry.
Jen's story is a testament to the resilience and determination of an athlete who continues to inspire through her diverse career choices and unwavering passion for gymnastics and horses.
Key Takeaways:
Jen Hansen's unique journey from a young gymnast in Wisconsin to a renowned athlete at the University of Kentucky.
Her groundbreaking achievement of winning three consecutive NCAA championship overall titles in gymnastics.
The unexpected career shifts Jen experienced, from attempting to qualify for the US Olympic team at the age of 37 to working as a stunt person in the entertainment industry.
Jen's current roles as a gymnastics teacher and muscle activation specialist, showcasing her dedication to helping others in the fitness and sports industry.
The impact of Jen's lifelong love for horses on her decisions, from choosing a college to pursuing diverse career paths.
Notable Quotes:
"I wanted to be the first jockey to win the Triple crown. That was actually more my inspiration than going to the Olympics or doing gymnastics." - Jen Hansen
"Seeing a painting of horses on a bus and that's how you made your decision is like, maybe the strangest story I've ever heard about someone picking their college." - Gary Fogle
"I think the Lord definitely had his hand in it." - Jen Hansen
"Why not? You're doing it now, you're doing it." - Lucy Romberg
"I think winning the Triple crown as the first woman... I remember riding my Shetland pony thinking I was crossing that line." - Jen Hansen
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