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**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Life in the City** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I marked nine months of residing in London. Although nine months may appear brief, it has provided me with ample opportunity to gain insight into living in this vibrant city. London is bursting…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Session I have yet 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, we’re redirecting our attention to hip mobility, while simultaneously enhancing the glutes. If you like this style of exercise, you can…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class targeting lower body strength aims to enhance muscle growth and stamina using just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session is low-impact and free of jumping, making it easily adaptable by simply changing the weight. As usual, the…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session prepared for you! If you happened to miss the previous 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 focusing on hip mobility, while also prioritizing the strengthening of the glutes along the way. If you appreciate this kind of…

**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was brimming with apprehension, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding what lay 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)…

**Experiencing Life in London: A Student’s Insight on Housing and Lifestyle** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it may not appear long, it has provided me with valuable lessons about life in this lively city. London stands out as a…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength session centers around developing strength with a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping included, allowing for easy modification by simply opting for a lighter weight if…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the previous one centered on shoulders, be sure to take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on enhancing hip mobility, while also emphasizing the strengthening of the glutes. If you find this style…

**Thoughts 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, apprehension, and ambiguity about what lay ahead. 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 Imperial…