### Reflecting on My Initial Year as a Materials Science and Engineering Student *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty about what was to come. I was on the brink of starting my journey as a first-year student in [Materials…
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**Insights from Nine Months in London: A Student’s Experience** *Authored by Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months ago, I started my adventure of residing in London. Although this timeframe might not appear extensive, it has provided me with important perspectives on life in this lively and diverse city. London is famed…
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### Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class is crafted to enhance strength and stability, utilizing only one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is ideal) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping required, allowing for easy modification…
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Here’s a rephrased version of your article: — I’m excited to share a new mobility class with you! If you happened to miss the last one that centered on shoulder mobility, you can catch it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we will focus on hip mobility, incorporating exercises to strengthen the glutes along the way. For those who…
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**Reflections on 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 about what the future held. I was about to start my journey as a freshman 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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**Residing in London: Nine Months of Discoveries** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months back, I started my adventure of residing in London. Although this might not appear to be an extended period, it has afforded me the chance to acquire insightful perspectives on life in this lively and multifaceted city….
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class: A 45-Minute Session for Everyone** This lower body strength circuit session is crafted to enhance strength and flexibility with minimal gear. All that’s required is a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is ideal) and an optional resistance band loop. The session lasts 45 minutes and features a guided…
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Here’s a rephrased version of your content: — **Glutes + Hip Mobility Class** I’m here with yet another mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the last class that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re turning our attention to hip mobility while integrating glute strengthening exercises along the way….
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**Thoughts on My Inaugural Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months ago, in October 2022, I was brimming with anxious excitement as I prepared to embark on 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 first-year student. The idea of venturing into the unfamiliar was…
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**Nine Months in London: Insights Gained** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nearly nine months ago, I initiated my experience of residing in London. Though this period may seem brief, it has been sufficient to acquire meaningful perspectives on life in this lively city. London is famed not only for its varied…
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