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**Reflections on My First Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Written by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Back in October 2022, I found myself overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the journey ahead. I was on the brink of beginning my first year as a 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). As…

**Exploring Housing in London: My Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although nine months may appear brief, I’ve gained a considerable amount of insight in that time. London is an ever-evolving and varied metropolis, not just in terms of housing…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute workout targeting the lower body emphasizes strength development using just one substantial weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class consists of a structured warm-up and a cool-down, with no jumping, allowing for easy modification by opting for a lighter…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch the previous 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 be directing our attention to hip mobility, while integrating glute strengthening throughout. If you appreciate this kind of workout, you can discover…

**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* A decade ago, in October 2022, I found myself consumed by nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty about what the future held. I was on the brink of beginning my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science…

**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…

**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….

### 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…

**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)…

**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…