**Reflections on My Inaugural Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was brimming with anxiety, trepidation, and uncertainty about what was in store. I was on the brink of beginning my journey as a first-year student in [Materials Science and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
**Experiencing Life in London: My Journey with Housing and Communities** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Just a few days ago, I celebrated the completion of nine months since my relocation to London. Although this might not appear to be an extended period, I have gained significant insights throughout my time…
Read more22-Minute Shoulder Flexibility Session
### 22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Workout Class Let’s focus on our shoulders with this 22-minute shoulder mobility session! It’s ideal for everyone, particularly if you’ve been seated at a desk for extended periods or are experiencing tightness and stiffness in your upper body. Try it as a quick pick-me-up during your lunch break to rejuvenate your…
Read more25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Strength Session
### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one, which was centered around shoulder mobility, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll concentrate on hip mobility while integrating glute strengthening workouts as we progress. If you appreciate this style of workout, you…
Read moreDos and Don’ts in the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
**Reflections on My Inaugural 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 ambiguity regarding what was to come. I was on the brink of starting my journey as a first-year student in [Materials Science and…
Read moreLocating Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
**Exploring London: My Journey with Student Housing** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months since relocating to London. While that may not sound extensive, I’ve gained some significant perspectives during this time. London is a vibrant and multicultural city, not just in its housing possibilities but also…
Read more25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine
**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’ve got another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that centered on shoulders, be sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we will concentrate on hip mobility, with a focus on reinforcing the glutes as we progress. If you like this kind of workout, you…
Read moreDos and Don’ts for the First Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Student
**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Composed by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with apprehension, fear, and uncertainty about what lay ahead. 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)….
Read moreDiscovering Your New Residence in London as a Master’s Student
**My Journey Residing in London: Nine Months Later** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I marked my nine-month anniversary of living in London. Although nine months might not appear to be an extensive duration, I’ve gained significant insights during this time. London is an energetic and multicultural metropolis, not only…
Read moreLower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session
**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class dedicated to lower body strength aims to enhance strength and stability through the use of a single 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 included, allowing for easy modifications simply…
Read more