**Experiencing Life and Living Arrangements in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated the nine-month mark of residing in London. Although nine months may appear brief, it has been sufficient for me to acquire several essential insights into life within this bustling city. London is…
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**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that concentrated on shoulders, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we will be focusing on improving hip mobility, while simultaneously strengthening the glutes. If you find this kind of workout enjoyable, you can…
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**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was on the verge of starting my journey as a first-year student in [Materials Science…
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**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months might not feel extensive, I’ve certainly gained plenty of insights throughout this time. London is a lively and energetic city, showcasing not only…
Read moreLower Body Power Circuit Workout
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength session is crafted to enhance strength and stamina utilizing only a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class incorporates a guided warm-up and cool-down without any jumping, allowing for easy modifications by simply opting for…
Read more25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the last one, which concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention shifts to hip mobility, while we also focus on glute strengthening. If you’re a fan of this workout style,…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student
**Reflecting on My Initial Year at Imperial College London** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of starting 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) at Imperial…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
**Exploring London: My Journey with Lodging and Community** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the milestone of nine months residing in London. Although this duration might not appear extensive, I’ve gained considerable insights about this vibrant city. London is celebrated not just for its wide array of housing…
Read moreLower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class is crafted to enhance strength using only a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and there’s no jumping included, making it easy to modify by simply…
Read more25-Minute Glute & Hip Flexibility Routine
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility class for you! If you didn’t catch the last one focused on shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be concentrating on hip mobility, while incorporating exercises to strengthen the glutes. If you enjoy this type of training, you can gain…
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