**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session is crafted to enhance power and endurance using a single heavy weight (like a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, is low-impact with no jumping, and can be easily adjusted for every…
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### Glute Strengthening + Hip Mobility Session I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous class centered on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll redirect our attention to hip mobility, with a focus on fortifying the glutes while we progress through the movements. If you appreciate this…
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**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and doubt about what lay ahead. I was about to begin my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at Imperial…
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**Experiencing Life and Housing in London: My Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may not appear to be an extensive duration, I’ve gained valuable insights throughout this time. London is a bustling and lively metropolis, notable not only…
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength session emphasizes building strength with just one substantial weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a warm-up, two strength circuits, and a cool-down, all without jumping, making it simple to adjust according to your fitness level (just…
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session arranged for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one centered on shoulder mobility, make sure to take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be concentrating on hip mobility while focusing on fortifying the glutes along the way. If you appreciate this kind…
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**Reflections on My Inaugural Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of beginning my first year as a student in [Materials Science and Engineering](https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/materials-science-engineering-meng/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=mra-blogs&utm_content=link) at…
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**Residing in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Though that might not sound extensive, it has been sufficient for me to gather some insights about this lively city. London boasts a rich variety not only…
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuits session is aimed at targeting and enhancing your lower body’s strength using a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, excluding jumping exercises, which makes it easily…
Read more25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Exercise
**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that was centered around shoulders, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on enhancing hip mobility, while also targeting the glutes. If you’re a fan of this style of workout, you can…
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