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

**Exploring Living Arrangements in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Recently, I reached the nine-month milestone of my residency in London. Although this duration may not appear extensive, I have garnered several valuable insights regarding life in this energetic metropolis. London is a dynamic city, rich not…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute class focused on lower body strength circuits aims to work your legs and glutes, utilizing just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, and is low-impact with no jumping, making it easy…

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25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Activation Session

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session ready for you! If you happened to miss the previous one that centered around shoulder mobility, be sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re redirecting our focus to hip mobility, with a strong emphasis on fortifying the glutes as we progress. If you…

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

**Reflecting on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *Authored by Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Nearly ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty regarding what was to come. I was preparing 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)…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student

**Experiencing Life and Housing in London: A Personal Journey** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Just a few days back, I reached the nine-month milestone of residing in London. While it might seem brief, I’ve acquired significant insights throughout this time. London is an ever-evolving metropolis, showcasing not just a myriad…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength session emphasizes enhancing strength with a single heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and a cool-down, and since there are no jumping exercises, it’s easy to switch to a lighter weight….

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25-Minute Hip Flexibility & Glute Strength Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve prepared another mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the previous one concentrated on shoulder mobility, make sure to take a look at it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re directing our focus toward hip mobility, while also integrating glute strengthening routines. If you appreciate this style of workout…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute session targets lower body strength utilizing a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping movements, allowing for easy modifications by opting for a lighter weight if necessary. It’s…

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25-Minute Glute & Hip Flexibility Routine

### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I have another mobility session for you! If you missed 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’re pivoting our attention to hip mobility, with a focus on enhancing the strength of the glutes as we progress. If you like this kind…

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

**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 overwhelmed with apprehension, anxiety, and uncertainty regarding what lay ahead. I was poised to begin my adventure 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…

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