Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute session targeting lower body strength concentrates on enhancing strength and endurance with a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class is structured to be welcoming for everyone, featuring no jumping and straightforward modifications by adjusting the weight….

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25-Minute Glute & Hip Mobility Session

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that centered on shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility with an emphasis on glute strengthening as we go through the exercises. If you enjoy this…

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Dos and Don’ts in 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 about what lay ahead. I was set to embark on 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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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Scholar

**Exploring London: My Journey with Student Housing and Urban Life** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* A few days back, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it might not sound like a lengthy period, it has given me ample opportunity to acquire some essential insights into life…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class is tailored to strengthen your lower body, utilizing a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell works well) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session includes a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping required, making it simple to modify by switching to a lighter…

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25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Exercise

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’m thrilled to present another mobility session! If you weren’t able to attend the last class that centered on shoulder mobility, feel free to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be directing our attention to hip mobility, focusing on fortifying the glutes as we progress through the exercises. If…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Exploring Life and Housing in London: A Student’s Insight** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Though this duration might not be extensive, I’ve gained considerable knowledge throughout this time. London stands as a vibrant metropolis, renowned not only for its varied…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session is crafted to test and enhance your muscle endurance using merely one heavy weight (like a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and since there’s no jumping involved, you can easily adjust…

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25-Minute Glute & Hip Flexibility Workout

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t get a chance to join the last 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 turning our attention to hip mobility, integrating glute-strengthening exercises along the way. If you appreciate this style…

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