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**Reflecting 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 enveloped in anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what awaited me. I was on the brink 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 freshman, and…

**Reflections on Housing and Life in London After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated my nine-month anniversary of residing in London. Although nine months might not appear to be a lengthy period, I’ve gathered some significant perspectives throughout this time. London is a vibrant and varied…

### 22-Minute Shoulder Mobility Routine Let’s focus on giving our shoulders the care they deserve with this 22-minute shoulder mobility routine! It’s ideal for everyone, especially if you’ve been seated at a desk for extended periods or experiencing tightness in your upper body. Why not use it as a quick midday break to enhance your…

**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I’ve designed another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one centered on shoulders, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll concentrate on hip mobility while simultaneously activating the glutes throughout our time together. If you find this type of workout enjoyable, you can access even more…

**Insights from My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Approximately ten months prior, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, apprehension, and a sense of the unknown about the future. I was about to begin my adventure as a first-year student in [Materials Science…

**Residing in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Written by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Not long ago, I achieved the milestone of nine months living in London. While nine months might not appear to be a lengthy duration, I have accumulated a considerable amount of knowledge throughout this time. London is…

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength session is designed to enhance strength utilizing a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class comprises a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumps required, making it easy to adjust by simply changing the…

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session lined up for you! If you weren’t able to join the previous class 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, while also working on strengthening the glutes. If this style of training appeals…

**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 nervousness, apprehension, and uncertainty regarding the 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…

**Finding Accommodation in London: My Journey After Nine Months** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I celebrated nine months of residing in London. Although nine months might not appear lengthy, I have acquired considerable knowledge during this time. London is an ever-evolving metropolis, characterized not only by a wide range…