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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 prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty concerning what lay ahead. I was on the verge 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)…

**Exploring London: My Nine-Month Experience of Securing Housing** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone in my London journey. Though it might not appear significant, I have gained considerable insights into this bustling metropolis. London is not only lively in terms of its varied housing offerings…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class targeting lower body strength is crafted to put your muscles to the test using just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and optionally a resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, is low-impact with no jumping, and can easily be adjusted…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have yet another mobility class ready for you! If you missed the previous one that concentrated on shoulders, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention will be on hip mobility, while we also work on strengthening the glutes throughout the session. If this type of workout appeals…

**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, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was about 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) at Imperial College…

**Residing in London: A Nine-Month Adventure** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although nine months may not appear to be a lengthy period, it has provided me with ample opportunities to grasp some important insights about life in this lively…

### Lower Body Strength Circuits Class This 45-minute lower body strength circuit session aims to enhance strength and endurance utilizing just one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up, two exercise circuits, and a cool-down stretch. There’s no jumping incorporated, and modifications…

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that centered on shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, while also working on strengthening the glutes. If you find this kind of training appealing, you…

**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, fear, and uncertainty regarding what awaited me. I was about to start 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) at Imperial…

**Discovering London: My Journey with Student Housing** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated reaching the nine-month milestone of my residence in London. Although nine months might not seem overly lengthy, I’ve gathered a wealth of knowledge during my time here. London is a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only…