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

**Thoughts on My Initial Year in 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 about what was ahead. I was about to start 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), and…

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

**Exploring London: My Journey Through Housing and Urban Living** *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 might appear brief, I’ve gained substantial insights during this time. London is an exceptionally vibrant city, not only because of…

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22-Minute Shoulder Flexibility Session

### 22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Workout Session Let’s devote some essential time to our shoulders with this 22-minute shoulder mobility session! It’s ideal for everyone, particularly if you’ve been logged many hours at a desk or are experiencing tightness in your upper body. This session can serve as a fantastic way to break up your work…

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25-Minute Glutes & Hip Mobility Session

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous class that emphasized shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility, while simultaneously working on strengthening the glutes. If you enjoy this kind of workout, you can gain access…

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Dos and Don’ts of the First 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 nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty about the future. I was poised to begin 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 Imperial College…

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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 ago, I hit the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. It might not appear to be a lengthy duration, yet I’ve gained some insightful experiences throughout this time. London is an…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class is centered on enhancing lower body strength by utilizing a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session starts with a guided warm-up and concludes with a cool-down, emphasizing a low-impact approach with no jumping. It’s highly…

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25-Minute Glutes & Hip Flexibility Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we are directing our focus toward hip mobility, while also emphasizing the strengthening of the glutes as we progress through the movements. If…

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

**Residing in London: Nine Months Later** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my stay in London. Although this duration may appear brief, I have acquired a wealth of knowledge during this time. London is an exceptionally lively city, not just due to its diverse…

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