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A native Minnesotan, Amanda attended Melrose H.S. prior to North Dakota State University, where she earned a degree in Exercise Physiology, a subject which she also holds a Master's degree and Ph.D. While competing for the Bison, Amanda was a three-time NCAA Division II Triple Jump Champion. Amanda's success has continued since leaving NDSU. She is a three-time USA Outdoor Champion (2011, 2012, and 2014), three-time USA Indoor Champion (2012 - 2014), and represented the USA at the 2012 Olympics in London. Following the 2016 Olympic Trials, Amanda retired from elite competition and has begun the next step of her journey as a Realtor with Hatch Realty.

Amanda has a strong faith which she relies on in all aspects of her life. She is mindful and grateful of the blessing she has received, and is excited when others come to know exercise and the benefits of embracing a physically active lifestyle. A self-proclaimed DIY'er, Amanda enjoys spending time on home improvement projects, and notes that patience is a virtue she could use the most work on in her life. In her down-time, Amanda finds pleasure in reading and cooking for her family.