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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class aims to engage your muscles utilizing just one heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session incorporates a comprehensive warm-up and cool-down, avoiding any jumping to ensure easy modifications based on your fitness…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’m excited to present another mobility class for you! If you missed the previous one that centered around shoulders, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, along with glute strengthening. If this type of workout appeals to you, you can explore more mobility…

**Musings 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 nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting my journey 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) as a freshman. Plunging into…

**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban Life** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. While this duration might seem brief, it has provided me ample opportunity to gain insights into life in this dynamic metropolis. London is celebrated for its…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class is centered around enhancing strength with just a single heavy weight (dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a structured warm-up and cool-down and is crafted without any jumping, making it easily adjustable by opting for a lighter…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t get a chance to join the previous one that concentrated on shoulders, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, with a strong emphasis on activating the glutes throughout the exercises. If you…

**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months back, in October 2022, I experienced a whirlwind of nerves, dread, and uncertainty regarding what the future held. I was on the brink of starting my journey as a first-year student in [Materials Science…

**Exploring London: My Journey with Living Arrangements and Urban Life** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While it might not seem lengthy, this time has been quite enlightening for me. London is a vibrant and multifaceted metropolis, not just in…

**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class centered on lower body strength emphasizes enhancing strength with a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a structured warm-up and cool-down, making it suitable for individuals of all fitness backgrounds. There’s no…

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’m thrilled to bring you another mobility session! If you missed the last one centered on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today’s class will concentrate on hip mobility, while also focusing on enhancing the glutes as we progress. If you’re a fan of this workout style, you can…