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**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 overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was on the verge of starting my degree 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 a first-year…

**Experiencing Life in London: A Student’s View on Housing and Community** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months may appear brief, it has provided ample opportunity to glean some important insights about life in this lively city. London is…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class focusing on lower body strength is intended to enhance power by utilizing a single 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, making it simple to adjust by using a…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class Here’s another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that concentrated on shoulders, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be focusing on hip mobility, with glute strengthening integrated throughout. If you like this kind of movement practice, you can access even more mobility sessions…

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

**Experiencing Life in London: My Journey with Housing and Community** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although nine months might not appear to be a significant time frame, I have gained a wealth of knowledge during this time. London is a remarkably…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focuses on lower body strength circuits designed to enhance both strength and endurance using a single heavy weight (either 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 movements, allowing…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, make sure to take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, featuring exercises that also target the glutes. If you appreciate…

**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, dread, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was on the brink of beginning my first-year journey 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 London….

**Experiencing Accommodation in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. While this may not appear to be an extensive period, I have gained considerable insight into life in this vibrant city. London is an energetic urban center, characterized not…