**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban 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 appear extensive, I have gained significant insights during this time. London is an ever-evolving and multicultural metropolis, characterized not only by…
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**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit session is crafted to enhance strength using a single heavy weight (either a kettlebell or dumbbell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class incorporates a structured warm-up and cool-down, avoiding jumping movements, making it easily adjustable for your fitness level….
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous class that concentrated on shoulder mobility, be sure to look at 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 enhancing glute strength throughout the exercises. If you find this…
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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 ago, in October 2022, I felt a mix of nerves, fear, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was set 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)…
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**Exploring London: A Scholar’s Insight on Housing and Lifestyle** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although it might not appear to be a lengthy duration, it has been sufficient for me to gather several important insights about living in this…
Read moreLower Body Power Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class focusing on lower body strength circuits is crafted to push your muscles using just one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. As always, the session includes a guided warm-up and cool-down. There’s no jumping involved, and the exercises are easily…
Read more25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Strength Routine
— **Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’m thrilled to introduce another mobility session! If you weren’t able to attend the last one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll turn our attention to hip mobility, while also enhancing the strength of the glutes. If you appreciate this form of exercise,…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for Your Initial Year: Insights 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)* Just ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with nerves, trepidation, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the cusp of starting my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science and…
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
**Exploring Life and Living Arrangements in London: My Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months might seem brief, I’ve gained considerable insights during this time. London is an ever-evolving and multicultural metropolis, not only regarding its diverse range…
Read moreLower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class is crafted to be both efficient and approachable, requiring just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell works perfectly) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping included, making it simple to tailor to…
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