Meet Alex, a dedicated first-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo who thrives on pushing the limits of endurance. With a passion for fitness and a penchant for challenges, Alex often comments on how they manage to do 20-mile runs on the weekends, driven by a deep-seated belief that physical resilience fuels academic success. Juggling academics and a rigorous training schedule, Alex embodies the university's spirit of experiential learning, always seeking opportunities to connect with fellow athletes and share tips on balancing school with personal fitness goals.