Ken grew up in Trenton, Nebraska where he attended Trenton High School. He participated in high school football and track. Ken continued his studies at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, where he was an undergraduate assistant strength coach, working with the university athletic teams. He earned a bachelor’s degree in education from UNL and continued his studies at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he earned a Master of Science in Physical Therapy. In his free time, Ken enjoys hiking and visiting National Parks with his wife, Barb.