Dos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student

**Reflections on My Initial Year Studying Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, back in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the future. I was poised 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…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Exploring Accommodation and Life in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although it might not appear to be a lengthy duration, I’ve gained considerable insights into the city and its distinct essence. London is an ever-changing urban…

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22-Minute Shoulder Flexibility Session

**22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Workout Class** Let’s focus on giving our shoulders the attention they require with this 22-minute shoulder mobility session! Whether you’ve been sitting at a desk for extended periods or simply feel tight and rigid in your upper body, this class is ideal for you. It’s an excellent opportunity to loosen up, and…

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25-Minute Glute & Hip Mobility Session

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’m thrilled to offer you another mobility session! If you happened to miss the last one, which concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will shift to hip mobility, highlighting the strengthening of the glutes as we progress through the sequences. If you…

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Dos and Don’ts for Your First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student

**Musings 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 felt a swirl of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about the journey ahead. I was about to embark on 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)…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Experiencing Life in London: A Student’s Insight on Housing and Community** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Not long ago, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although nine months may appear brief, I’ve gathered extensive insights about this dynamic city during this time. London showcases a plethora…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute session dedicated to lower body strength emphasizes developing power and endurance through the use of a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class is structured to cater to all fitness levels, with no jumping required and…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine

Here’s a rephrased version of the article: — **Class on Hip Mobility + Glutes** I’m thrilled to introduce another mobility session! If you missed the last one that centered around shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll concentrate on hip mobility while also working to strengthen the glutes. If you find this workout…

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Dos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Student of Materials Science

**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 nervousness, fear, and uncertainty about what awaited me. I was about to embark on 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…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student

**Exploring Life in London: Insights from a Student on Living Arrangements** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although that might not sound extensive, it has been sufficient for me to acquire some important insights about existence in this dynamic city. London presents…

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