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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class geared towards lower body strength emphasizes building power with just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, without any jumping, allowing for easy modifications by simply selecting a lighter weight if necessary. It’s…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another session on mobility lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one 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 concentrate on hip mobility while simultaneously working on strengthening the glutes. If you appreciate this kind of…

**Reflecting on My Initial Year: Insights Gained and Obstacles Surmounted** *Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was engulfed by anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was on the brink of beginning my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science and…

**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 the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although that might not appear extensive, I have gathered a wealth of valuable experiences during this time. London is an energetic…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session aims to enhance both strength and endurance by utilizing a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up, two rounds of exercises, and a cool-down stretch. It is low-impact (no…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can catch it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be focusing on hip mobility with a particular emphasis on strengthening the glutes as we progress through the exercises. If…

**Reflecting 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 nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was about to begin my path 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…

**Living in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the milestone of nine months living in London. Though it may seem brief, this time has been quite enlightening for me. London is a remarkably dynamic city, not only due to its myriad housing…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class targeting lower body strength emphasizes building power with just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and there’s no jumping involved, allowing for simple modifications with a lighter weight. It’s an excellent workout…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility class lined up for you! If you couldn’t attend the previous session centered 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, particularly on strengthening the glutes as we progress through the exercises. If you find this style of…