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**Reflecting 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 found myself overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and doubt regarding what awaited me. I was on the brink of starting my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science and…

**Living in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* A few days ago, I reached the nine-month mark of my residency in London. Although nine months might appear brief, I have gained substantial insights about this dynamic city during my time here. London’s diversity is evident…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength session is aimed at engaging your legs and glutes utilizing a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, and it’s simple to adjust according to your fitness level—just opt…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’m excited to present another mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the previous class that highlighted shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today’s class will concentrate on hip mobility, placing a strong focus on activating the glutes as we progress through the exercises….

**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 found myself engulfed in a whirlwind of nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding what the future held. I was on the brink of embarking on my adventure as a first-year…

**Exploring Living Arrangements in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my residency in London. Although this duration may not appear extensive, I have garnered several valuable insights regarding life in this energetic metropolis. London is a dynamic city, rich not…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focused on lower body strength circuits aims to work your legs and glutes, utilizing just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and is low-impact with no jumping, making it easy…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that centered around shoulder mobility, be sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re redirecting our focus to hip mobility, with a strong emphasis on fortifying the glutes as we progress. If you…

**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was preparing to begin 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)…

**Experiencing Life and Housing in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Just a few days back, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it might seem brief, I’ve acquired significant insights throughout this time. London is an ever-evolving metropolis, showcasing not just a myriad…