**Exploring Life and Housing in London: A Personal Experience** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Though this might not appear to be an extensive duration, I’ve gained a considerable amount of knowledge throughout this time. London is a vibrant and multifaceted…
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**Treat Your Shoulders with This 22-Minute Mobility Routine** If you find yourself sitting for extended hours or experiencing tightness in your upper body, this 22-minute shoulder mobility routine is just what you need! It’s tailored for everyone, particularly those who wish to ease tension after long periods of desk work. Why not utilize it as…
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**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the last one that centered around shoulder mobility, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention will be on hip mobility, while simultaneously working on glute strength. For those who appreciate this kind of workout, you can…
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**Insights from My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Nearly a year ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was on the verge of beginning my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials…
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**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Not long ago, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although this might not seem like an extensive period, it’s provided me with ample opportunities to gather some important insights about life in this…
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session aims to enhance strength and endurance utilizing a single heavy weight (like a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping activities, allowing for easy modifications according to your fitness…
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Here’s a reworded version of the article: — **Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’m thrilled to present another mobility class! If you missed the last one that focused on shoulder mobility, feel free to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be focusing on hip mobility, particularly on strengthening the glutes as we progress through the…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
**Thoughts 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 engulfed in nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was about to begin my path 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…
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**Exploring London’s Housing as a Student: My Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residence in London. Although that might not seem extensive, I’ve gained a handful of valuable observations throughout this time. London is an ever-evolving metropolis, not only boasting a plethora of housing…
Read moreLower Body Power Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength session aims to enhance strength and stability utilizing just one heavy weight (either a kettlebell or dumbbell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping, allowing for easy modification for all fitness levels. If you…
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