**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuit Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit session is crafted to enhance strength utilizing solely one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and is low-impact with no jumping. It’s easy to customize—simply opt for a…
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**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the prior one centered around shoulders, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on enhancing hip mobility while simultaneously strengthening the glutes. If this type of workout appeals to you, you…
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**Thoughts on My Initial 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, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the verge of starting my journey 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)…
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**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month milestone of residing in London. While nine months might appear to be a brief period, it has afforded me the opportunity to discover several important insights about life in this dynamic…
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**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuit Class** This 45-minute class for lower body strength emphasizes developing strength by utilizing a single heavy weight (a kettlebell or dumbbell will suffice) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session includes a guided warm-up and a cool-down, with no jumping involved, making it easily adjustable with a…
Read more25-Minute Glute & Hip Flexibility Session
**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one, which was centered around shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be focusing on hip mobility while also giving the glutes a solid workout. If you find this type…
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**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months back, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty as I readied myself to start my journey 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). Throwing myself into the unknown…
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**Reflecting on Nine Months of Life and Housing in London** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Though this duration might appear brief, it has provided me the opportunity to accumulate significant revelations about life in this dynamic metropolis. London serves not…
Read moreLower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Summary** This 45-minute lower body strength session is crafted to enhance strength utilizing only one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a structured warm-up and cool-down, free from any jumping, making it easily adjustable by simply opting for a…
Read more25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you happened to miss the previous class centered on shoulder mobility, be sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we will be focusing on hip mobility while engaging and strengthening the glutes throughout our time together. If you appreciate this…
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