### 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…
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**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…
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**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…
Read more25-Minute Glutes & Hip Mobility Session
**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…
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**Residing in London: My Nine-Month Experience** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of living in London. Although it may not appear to be a lengthy duration, I’ve gained substantial insights throughout this time. London is an ever-changing and diverse metropolis, marked not only by its housing…
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength course is tailored to enhance strength and endurance using only one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, designed to be low-impact with no jumping involved. It can also be…
Read more25-Minute Glute & Hip Mobility Exercise Session
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that centered around shoulders, you can check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, putting special emphasis on glute strengthening as we progress through the exercises. If you appreciate…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights I’ve 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)* Almost ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nervousness, apprehension, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was about to commence 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)…
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