Dos and Don’ts of the Initial Year: Insights Gained as a Materials Science Scholar

**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 consumed by nerves, anxiety, and uncertainty as I prepared to embark on 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). Starting university felt like jumping…

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

**Living in London: Nine Months of Experiences** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months ago, I embarked on my adventure of residing in London. While it may not appear to be an extensive period, it has been ample time to gather significant observations about life in this lively and multicultural city….

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit training session is ideal for enhancing strength and mobility. You will only require a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is excellent) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up, two circuits, and a cool-down, all without any…

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25-Minute Hip Flexibility and Glutes Exercise Session

— **Glutes + Hip Mobility Class** I’m thrilled to present another mobility session for you! If you weren’t able to attend the last class centered on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our attention is on hip mobility, which will also involve strengthening the glutes. If this type of movement appeals to you,…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class: A Comprehensive Workout with Minimal Gear** This 45-minute circuit class focusing on lower body strength aims to enhance both strength and mobility utilizing just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is ideal) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a structured warm-up and cool-down, and is…

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25-Minute Glutes and Hip Mobility Session

Here’s a revised version of your article: — ### Glutes + Hip Mobility Class I’m back with another mobility session for you! If you happened to miss the last class that focused on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be concentrating on hip mobility while also incorporating glute activation. If you find…

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

**Insights from My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty as I prepared 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). Having always been quiet and introverted, plunging…

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

**Residing in London: Insights from Nine Months** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months prior, I began my experience of residing in London. Though this duration may not appear extensive, it has been sufficient to acquire several important insights about living in this lively, multicultural metropolis. London is renowned not only…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class: A 45-Minute Workout for Everyone** This 45-minute lower body strength circuits class has been crafted to assist you in enhancing strength and stability utilizing just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is ideal) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine

Here’s a rephrased version of your article: — **Glute Strengthening + Hip Mobility Class** I’ve prepared another mobility session 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, we’re directing our focus to hip mobility while integrating glute strengthening throughout. If you appreciate this…

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