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**Residing in London: My Nine-Month Experience** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of living in London. Although it may not appear to be a lengthy duration, I’ve gained substantial insights throughout this time. London is an ever-changing and diverse metropolis, marked not only by its housing…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength course is tailored to enhance strength and endurance using only one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, designed to be low-impact with no jumping involved. It can also be…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that centered around shoulders, you can check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, putting special emphasis on glute strengthening as we progress through the exercises. If you appreciate…

**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Almost ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nervousness, apprehension, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was about to commence 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)…

**Exploring Life and Housing in London: My Nine-Month Experience** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Several days ago, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months may not appear extensive, it has provided me with ample opportunity to gain valuable insights into living in this dynamic city….

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focuses on enhancing lower body strength with the use of a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. It is structured to be low-impact with no jumping, making it simple to adjust by using a lighter weight if necessary….

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that was centered on shoulders, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll concentrate on hip mobility while simultaneously working on glute strength throughout the class. If you appreciate this kind of workout, you…

**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was about to embark on my degree 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) as a freshman. For…

**Exploring Life and Housing in London: A Student’s Viewpoint** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I marked my nine-month journey living in London. While this duration might appear brief, I’ve garnered some significant insights along the way. London is an ever-evolving and multifaceted metropolis, reflected not only in its accommodation…

### Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview This 45-minute class dedicated to lower body strength emphasizes building muscle using a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or a kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The structure is crafted to be inclusive for all fitness levels, avoiding any jumping exercises, and it’s easily adjustable…