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

**Residing in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I hit the nine-month milestone of my time in London. Although this duration might not appear extensive, I’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge during my residency. London stands out as a vibrant metropolis, characterized not only…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit session is crafted to push your muscles using just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping involved, making it easy to adjust by simply opting for a…

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25-Minute Glute & Hip Mobility Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! In case you missed the previous one, which highlighted shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re directing our attention to hip mobility, while also engaging the glutes. If you’re a fan of this workout style, you can explore…

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

**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 apprehension, fear, and uncertainty about what awaited me. I was on the verge 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)…

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Discovering 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* Recently, I marked my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although nine months might not seem significant, I’ve gained a considerable understanding of this vibrant city. London is a lively metropolis, offering a vast array of…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute strength class for the lower body emphasizes strength-building with a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class is structured to accommodate all fitness abilities, featuring no jumping exercises and simple modifications—just opt for a lighter weight if necessary….

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25-Minute Glute & Hip Mobility Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch 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, our focus will shift to hip mobility, with a special emphasis on strengthening the glutes during the process. If you like this type…

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

**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 anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was about to begin my 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) as a first-year student at…

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

**Exploring London: My Journey with Student Housing and Urban Life** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. Although that might not be considered extensive, my time here has been quite enlightening. London is an ever-evolving metropolis, characterized not only by its diverse…

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