Lower Body Power Circuit Workout

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session is designed to enhance strength utilizing a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping included, making it adaptable to your fitness level. If…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Session

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session ready for you! If you happened to miss the previous one on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be directing our focus towards hip mobility, placing a particular emphasis on glute strengthening as we transition through the sequences. If you appreciate this…

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Do’s and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student

**Reflecting on My Inaugural Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, dread, and ambiguity regarding what lay ahead. I was on the verge of beginning 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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Discovering Your New Abode in London as a Master’s Scholar

**Exploring Housing and Experience in London: My Personal Story** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Though this might not appear as a lengthy period, it has granted me ample opportunity to discover a great deal about this city. London is an energetic…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focuses on enhancing lower body strength using a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional loop resistance band. The session includes a guided warm-up and cool-down, featuring no jumping, making it simple to adjust by using lighter weights if necessary. It’s…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Mobility Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that was centered around shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, while integrating glute strengthening movements along the way. If you appreciate this type of workout,…

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Locating Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student

**Exploring Housing and Life in London: A Personal Experience** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although nine months might seem brief, it’s provided me with valuable insights into this dynamic city. London serves as a cultural melting pot, presenting an array of…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class concentrates on enhancing lower body strength utilizing a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with a resistance band loop if desired. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down and is designed to be low-impact, ensuring there are no jumping exercises. It can be…

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25-Minute Glutes & Hip Mobility Routine

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you missed the previous 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’re redirecting our attention to hip mobility while simultaneously strengthening the glutes. If you find this kind of workout appealing, you can gain…

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