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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 ago, in October 2022, I was engulfed in anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding the journey ahead. I was on the verge of beginning 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)…

**Exploring London: A Student’s Insights on Housing and Urban Living** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Not long ago, I celebrated reaching the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. While nine months might seem brief, it has granted me valuable insights about this dynamic city. London boasts a rich variety…

**22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Workout Class** Let’s devote some essential time to our shoulders with this 22-minute shoulder mobility workout. It’s ideal for everyone, particularly if you’ve been sitting for extended periods at a desk or are experiencing tightness and stiffness in your upper body. Think about using it as a refreshing midday pause! You can…

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’ve got another mobility session ready for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re focusing on hip mobility, highlighting glute strengthening as we progress through the exercises. If you like this style of workout, you can…

**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 apprehension, fear, and uncertainty regarding my future. I was on the brink 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) at…

**Experiencing Life in London: My Journey with Housing and Culture** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Not long ago, I reached the nine-month anniversary of my stay in London. Although this may appear brief, I’ve acquired a fair amount of knowledge over this time. London is a lively and multifaceted city,…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuits session aims to enhance strength and endurance utilizing only a single heavy weight (like a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping exercises involved, allowing for easy modifications by simply…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you weren’t able to join the last one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be directing our attention to hip mobility, while additionally strengthening the glutes. If you like this kind of workout, 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 engulfed in nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the journey that lay ahead. I was on the brink of starting my path as a first-year student in [Materials Science…

**Exploring London: My Journey in Securing Student Accommodation** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Though nine months may appear brief, it has been sufficient for me to grasp some vital insights about living in this vibrant metropolis. London is a lively city,…