25-Minute Glute & Hip Mobility Session

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch the previous class that concentrated on shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our spotlight will be on hip mobility, with a focus on fortifying the glutes as we progress through the exercises. If…

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Dos and Don’ts for 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)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and hesitation about what lay ahead. 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)…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Experiencing Life in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it may seem like just a short period, I’ve gained considerable insights into life within this dynamic city. London boasts not only a variety of…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class focusing on lower body strength circuits is crafted to engage your legs and glutes using a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and there’s no jumping required, allowing for easy adjustments…

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25-Minute Workout for Hip Mobility and Glutes

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’m thrilled to present another mobility session! If you happened to miss the previous one, which concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will shift to hip mobility, particularly prioritizing the strengthening of the glutes as we progress through the exercises….

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Exploring London: A Student’s Handbook for Housing and City Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although nine months might not constitute a lengthy period, it has granted me sufficient time to grasp several crucial insights about life in this dynamic…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute session for lower body strength is designed to enhance power using solely one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. As always, this class features a guided warm-up and cool-down. There’s no jumping required, and the exercises can be easily adjusted—simply…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that concentrated on shoulders, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, with a special attention to strengthening the glutes throughout. If this type of workout appeals to you, you…

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Dos and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights I’ve Gained as a Materials Science Student

**Contemplating My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding the journey ahead. I was on the verge of starting my degree 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 first-year student….

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