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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…

**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…

### 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…

**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…

**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…

**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…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that concentrated on shoulder flexibility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re turning our focus to hip flexibility, with a particular emphasis on glute strengthening as we progress. If this workout appeals to you, there…

**Contemplating My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* A decade ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, anxiety, and ambiguity regarding what was to come. I was on the verge of starting 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)…

**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Just a few days ago, I reached my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although nine months might not appear lengthy, I’ve gathered quite an insight throughout this timeframe. London is a vibrant metropolis, boasting an…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class geared towards lower body strength emphasizes strength building with a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. It features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping required, allowing for easy modifications by changing the weight. It’s an excellent workout…