What does it really take to build a life of purpose and passion with zero apologies?
For Jen Hendershott, it took grit, faith, heartbreak, belly-laugh moments, hurricanes, trophies that collected dust, and a thousand little miracles that changed her life in ways she never saw coming.
Born in a tiny Ohio town, Jen grew up knowing she wanted more than the path laid out in front of her. She wanted a life big enough to hold her fire. She wanted to make an impact. She wanted to prove that the girl nobody expected anything from could become a woman the world would never forget.
This is the story of how she did exactly that.
From the early days of scraping together money to compete in fitness shows, to becoming a four-time Fitness champion, to launching Phat Camp and inspiring thousands of women around the world, Jen's journey is raw, real, and packed with lessons learned the hard way. She takes you behind the curtain of the fitness industry, through its glitz and its shadows, through betrayal, judgment, wild creativity, and some unbelievable backstage moments.
But this book is not just about fitness.
It is about the storms that shape us, both literal and personal. Jen shares the deeply human moments that transformed her: navigating a complicated childhood, learning to trust herself, building a marriage rooted in communication and faith, and discovering the unbelievable power of service. When hurricanes destroyed cities she loved, Jen and her husband Brian stepped in, creating a disaster-relief nonprofit that changed the trajectory of countless lives, including their own.
At its heart, this is a book about purpose. About choosing courage. About learning when to stand tall, when to let go, and when to give everything you have.
Jen writes with humor, honesty, and the kind of I've-lived-this wisdom that makes you feel like you're sitting across from her at the kitchen table. She does not sugarcoat the hard parts, and she does not apologize for the choices she made to build a life she is proud of.
If you have ever felt underestimated, overlooked, or out of place... this book will remind you that your story is far from finished.
If you have ever wondered whether one person can make a difference... you will find your answer here.
And if you are searching for a spark, something to push you toward the life you know you were meant to live, Jen offers it through every chapter.
Life in One Shott is a bold, inspiring, deeply human memoir that proves you do not need perfect circumstances to create an extraordinary life. You just need courage, faith, and the willingness to take your shott.
And Jen is here to show you how.
