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

**Insights from 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 overcome with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the path ahead. 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 student…

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

**Exploring London: My Journey with Housing and Urban Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Just a few days back, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although it may not appear to be an extensive period, I have gained considerable insight into the city and its distinct…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuits session aims to enhance strength using a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, catering to all fitness levels. There are no jumping movements involved, and modifications are…

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25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Strengthening Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one, which concentrated on shoulder mobility, be sure to take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be focusing on hip mobility while also building strength in the glutes. If you’re a fan of this…

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

**Exploring London: A Student’s View on Housing and Lifestyle** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Not long ago, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although nine months might seem brief, I have gathered some essential observations. London is a vibrant and multifaceted city, offering not only diverse accommodation…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class is designed to enhance lower body strength utilizing 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, free of jumping, allowing for easy modification by simply adjusting the weight. It’s appropriate…

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25-Minute Glutes & Hip Mobility Exercise Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that zeroed in on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will shift to hip mobility while also working on strengthening the glutes. If this kind of workout interests you, there…

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

**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my journey as a freshman 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

**Living in London: My Journey through Housing and Urban Life** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although it may not appear to be a lengthy period, I have gathered significant knowledge during this time. London is an ever-evolving and multicultural metropolis,…

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