Jen Van Otterloo
QT: 2:44:00
Residence: Sioux Center, IA
Hometown: Sioux Center, IA
College: Dordt College
Age on Race Day: 33
Affiliation: Runablaze/ Brooks Hometown Heroes
Qualifying Race: Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon 2019
Marathon Best: 2:44:00
Social Handles: Instagram/Twitter - @J_votterloo
Favorite inspirational quote: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13
Favorite book: Let Your Mind Run - Deena Kastor
Go-to breakfast: Bacon, pancakes, eggs and of course coffee!
Of Note:
- Elementary Physical Education Teacher and Adapted Physical Education Teacher
- She and husband, Joel, have three daughters: Amelia (6), Abbie (5) and Marcie (3)
- 9-time NAIA All-American; national champion in steeplechase
- Ran first marathon 7 months after second daughter was born; got OTQ in third marathon she ever ran
- Family races Standardbred horses as a hobby
