**Exploring Life and Housing in London: A Student’s Insight** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of my London journey. While this timeframe may appear brief, it’s been just enough for me to absorb some essential insights about existence in this lively city. London is an…
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**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This class, lasting 45 minutes, focuses on strengthening your lower body muscles using a heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. It features a guided warm-up and cool-down, ensuring a low-impact workout with no jumping. The class can be easily adjusted—just…
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that centered on shoulder mobility, you can take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our emphasis will be on hip mobility while simultaneously strengthening the glutes as we progress through the exercises. If…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
**Insights from My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* A decade ago, in October 2022, I was overcome with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the future. 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) at…
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**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Living in the City** *Penned by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although that may not seem extensive, I’ve gained some important perspectives during my time here. London is a vibrant city, characterized not only by…
Read moreLower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focused on building lower body strength is created to enhance both strength and endurance utilizing a single heavy weight (like a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session is low-impact and does not include jumping, allowing for easy modifications to suit…
Read more25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session for you! If you missed the previous one that concentrated on shoulders, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re directing our attention to hip mobility, with a focus on fortifying the glutes along the way. If you like this kind of routine, you can…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student
**Reflections 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, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was on the brink of beginning my journey as a first-year student in [Materials Science and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student
**Exploring Living Arrangements and Life in London: My Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated the completion of nine months living in London. Though nine months might not appear to be a lengthy period, it has offered me ample time to gain insights into this bustling city. London…
Read moreLower Body Power Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class is crafted to enhance strength using just one hefty weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session comprises a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping involved, allowing for easy modifications by simply opting for a…
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