Workout Chairs
Your first resource regarding workouts, training, injury prevention/recovery, and personal fitness goals.
George Nix
(he/him)
I am a senior major in supply chain management with a minor in mathematics. I’m from Gibsonia, PA where I went to Pine Richland high school. I joined my cross country team junior year of high school and I’ve been a running enthusiast ever since. Club cross country has been one of the highlight of my Penn State experience thus far. I love the inspiring and friendly atmosphere that my teammates bring. I can’t wait to contribute to that by supporting their race performance and endorsing a passion for the sport. Some of my hobbies outside of running are fishing and hiking with my friends, going to concerts, and reading. If anyone has any questions regarding nutrition, injuries, or strength training I would be more than happy to help them!
Timothy Brandt
(he/him)
Tim is a junior from Jamison, PA who is studying mechanical engineering. He started running in first grade because all of his friends were running and he fell in love with the sport. Club XC has rekindled his love for running and he is thankful for all the friends he has made in the club and for the chance to continue to run competitively. Outside of running, Tim enjoys cheering for Philadelphia sports teams, playing board games, and hanging out with friends. He is looking forward to the chance to help his teammates get better and achieve their goals.
Ella Snyder
(she/her)
Ella is a senior from Pittsburgh, PA who is majoring in Biology. She started running in fifth grade to train for soccer and then joined her school’s cross country team in seventh grade, where she fell in love with the sport and decided to stick with it! Club XC has been one of the best parts of her college experience. It made running a much more positive experience compared to high school and she is so grateful for all the amazing friends she has made through the club! Outside of running, Ella enjoys watching football, listening to music (especially Taylor Swift), reading, working at her summer camp job, going to THON events, and being outside! She can’t wait to help her teammates achieve their goals and have successful races this year!
Aiden Gagne
(She/Her)
Aiden is a junior from Syracuse, NY majoring in criminology on a pre-law track. She started running in 5th grade when training for her black belt in martial arts. She then ran cross country in middle school and freshman year of high school but stopped due to injury and to focus on martial arts. In college, she decided to give running another try and fell in love with it again after joining Club XC. Outside of running, Aiden spends her time hanging out with friends, working out at the gym, or hiking. She is so excited to be a workout chair this year and can’t wait to help her teammates achieve their goals.