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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuits session is crafted to challenge and enhance the strength of your lower body using merely one heavy weight (whether a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session comprises a guided warm-up and cool-down, featuring no jumping movements, making it…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one centered on shoulder mobility, be sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll direct our focus towards hip mobility, with a special emphasis on glute strengthening as we progress. If you appreciate…

**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, trepidation, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my path as a freshman 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* Recently, I celebrated the nine-month mark of my time in London. Although this may not seem extensive, I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge during these months. London is a vibrant and eclectic metropolis, characterized not only…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focuses on lower body strength circuits designed to engage your muscles effectively with just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and optionally, a resistance band loop. The session includes a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping moves, allowing for easy modifications by opting for…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session prepared for you! If you weren’t able to attend the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention will be directed toward hip mobility, while integrating glute strengthening along the way. If you appreciate these types of…

**Reflecting 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 was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what awaited me. I was about to begin 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…

**Residing in London: A Reflection After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I marked nine months of my residence in London. While this time frame may appear brief, I’ve gained substantial insights throughout this journey. London is an ever-evolving and multicultural metropolis, characterized not only by its diverse…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session aims to challenge and tone your muscles using only a single heavy weight (either a kettlebell or dumbbell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and is low-impact with no jumping exercises. It’s easily adjustable—simply opt…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one, which was all about shoulder mobility, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention turns to hip mobility, with a focus on enhancing the glutes as we navigate through the exercises. If you…