**Reflecting on Nine Months of Life in London** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it may appear brief, I’ve gained a wealth of experience during my stay. London is an energetic and varied metropolis, characterized not only by its living…
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**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuit Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit session is crafted to focus on your legs and glutes, utilizing 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, and since it doesn’t include jumping, it…
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Session I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you weren’t able to catch the last one centered on shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll redirect our attention to hip mobility while also targeting the glutes. If you appreciate this style of workout, you can…
Read moreDos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar
**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* A decade back, in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was on the brink of starting my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science…
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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 nine months of residing in London. Although this duration might not appear extensive, it has given me insights into this dynamic city. London boasts a wide array of accommodation types as well as…
Read moreLower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session
**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class focused on lower body strength aims to enhance your power using just 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, with no jumping included, making it simple to adjust by…
Read more25-Minute Glutes & Hip Mobility Routine
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention will shift to hip mobility, while also focusing on strengthening the glutes. If you appreciate this type of workout, you…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
**Reflections 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 regarding what the future held. I was about to commence 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…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
**Exploring Housing in London: Insights from a Student** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months might not appear extensive, this timeframe has been filled with valuable lessons. London is an ever-evolving and multicultural metropolis, not only in its vast…
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### 22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Workout Session Let’s shower our shoulders with the care they deserve through this 22-minute shoulder mobility session! This workout is ideal for everyone, particularly if you’ve been behind a desk for extended periods or are experiencing tightness and stiffness in your upper body. It’s an excellent way to unwind, and you…
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