Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

### Lower Body Strength Circuit Routine This 45-minute lower body strength circuit routine only requires one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell will suffice) along with an optional resistance band loop. The workout consists of a guided warm-up and cool-down, without any jumping involved. It’s straightforward to modify—just select a lighter weight if necessary—making…

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25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Activation Routine

— ### Glute Strengthening & Hip Mobility Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you missed the previous class 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 attention is turning to hip mobility, along with working on and enhancing the glutes. If you appreciate this kind of…

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Dos and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights from My Journey as a Materials Science Student

**Insights from My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and self-doubt about what the future held. I was on the verge of commencing my first year 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 College…

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

**Settling Down in London: My Journey and Observations** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nearly nine months back, I relocated to London, and although that seems brief, I have gathered considerable knowledge about residing in this vibrant city. London is not just culturally and demographically diverse, but it also boasts a wide…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

### Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout This 45-minute lower body strength circuit workout requires only one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping required. It’s simple to modify—just use a lighter weight if needed—making it suitable for all…

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25-Minute Glutes & Hip Flexibility Routine

— ### Glute Strengthening & Hip Mobility Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you missed the previous class centered around shoulder mobility, you can catch it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re directing our attention to hip mobility while simultaneously activating and strengthening the glutes. If you like this style of movement practice,…

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Dos and Don’ts During the Initial Year: Insights Gained from My Journey as a Materials Science Scholar

**Thoughts on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, uncertainty, and apprehension regarding what awaited me. I was on the verge of embarking on my first year 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 College…

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

**Discovering a Home in London: My Journey and Perspectives** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months back, I relocated to London—a brief period, yet ample enough to acquire significant knowledge about residing in this vibrant metropolis. London is famed not just for its varied housing options but also for its lively…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit workout requires only one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell will suffice) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping involved. It’s simple to modify—just use a lighter weight if necessary—making it suitable for all…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Mobility Exercise

— ### Glute Strength & Hip Flexibility Workout I’ve prepared another fantastic mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the previous class that concentrated on shoulder flexibility, make sure to catch it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today’s focus will be on enhancing hip flexibility while also activating the glutes. If this kind of movement resonates with…

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