**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session aims to enhance strength and endurance utilizing just one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or a kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and is low-impact, without any jumping, making it easy to adapt…
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Here’s a rewritten version of the article: — ### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another class focused on mobility for you! If you didn’t catch the last one that centered on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re turning our focus to hip mobility while also working on strengthening the glutes….
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**Exploring Housing in London: Insights from a Student** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While it may seem brief, this period has afforded me a wealth of insights regarding life in this dynamic city. London boasts a rich cultural diversity…
Read moreLower Body Power Circuit Workout Session
**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class focuses on lower body strength circuits aimed at enhancing your strength using a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping exercises involved, ensuring it’s easy to…
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be redirecting our attention to hip mobility while also fortifying the glutes during the class. If you appreciate this kind…
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**Insights from 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 about the path ahead. I was on the verge of beginning 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)…
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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 reached the milestone of nine months residing in London. While it may not seem extensive, this duration has allowed me to grasp several aspects of this dynamic city. London is extraordinarily lively, characterized not…
Read more22-Minute Class for Shoulder Mobility
### 22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Routine Let’s dedicate some essential time to our shoulders with this 22-minute shoulder mobility routine. It’s ideal for everyone, particularly if you’ve been seated for extended periods or experiencing tightness in your upper body. Think about using it as a brief lunchtime escape to revitalize your body! You can also use…
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Here’s a rephrased version of your article: — **Glutes and Hip Mobility Class** I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the last class that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re going to focus on hip mobility while also targeting glute strength. If you enjoy…
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