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

**Reflections on My Inaugural Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was enveloped in anxiety, fear, and doubt regarding what awaited me. I was on the brink of commencing 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…

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Discovering Your New Residence in London as a Graduate Student

**Residing in London: Nine Months of Discoveries** *By Harsh Gupta, MSc. Advanced Materials Science and Engineering* Nine months ago, I commenced my adventure of residing in London. Although this may not appear as an extensive duration, it has been sufficient for me to gather meaningful observations about life in this dynamic city. London is celebrated…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout Session

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit class aims to enhance strength and mobility with minimal equipment. You will need one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is excellent) and optionally a resistance band loop. The class is low-impact, with no jumping, and can be easily adjusted by changing the…

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25-Minute Session: Hip Flexibility & Glute Power

Here’s a rewritten version of your article: — **Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** Want to enhance your mobility? I have another class ready for you! If you didn’t catch the earlier session aimed at shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re concentrating on hip mobility while integrating glute strengthening into the session. If…

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Lower Body Strength Circuit Workout Session

### Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview This 45-minute class focused on lower body strength circuits aims to enhance both strength and mobility with minimal gear. Just a single heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is perfect) and an optional resistance band loop will suffice. The class features a guided warm-up and cool-down, making it…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Mobility Exercise Session

Here’s an alternative version of your article: — **Glutes + Hip Mobility Class** I have another exciting mobility session for you! If you didn’t catch the last one that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can view it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’re focusing on hip mobility and integrating glute-strengthening exercises throughout the class. If you find this…

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

**Reflections on My Initial Year in Materials Science and Engineering** *By Dawson La, Materials Science and Engineering (MEng)* Ten months prior, in October 2022, I was consumed by nerves, apprehension, and uncertainty about the journey ahead. I was on the brink of starting 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…

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Lower Body Power Circuit Workout

**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class: A 45-Minute Workout for All Levels** This 45-minute workout for lower body strength circuits aims to enhance strength and mobility using just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is ideal) and an optional resistance band loop. The session features a led warm-up, circuit training, and a cool-down stretch. It’s…

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25-Minute Glute and Hip Mobility Exercise Session

Here’s a rephrased version of your article: — ### Glutes + 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’ll be directing our attention to hip mobility while also incorporating glute strengthening exercises. If you…

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