According to the NHS, British black women are more likely to experience common mental health disorders such as depression, panic attacks, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorders than white women. Which is why FGC want women to come together to find their ‘tribe’.

“I think it’s really important for women to sort of find their tribe. There’s a saying, ‘your tribe is your vibe’. It’s kind of giving women an opportunity to relate to other women and have an outlet – especially because fitness can be a lonely journey,” explained Egere-Cooper.

“Whether you’re trying to improve your health or lose weight, if you’re doing that collectively you’ll discover that you are able to achieve your goals because there is always someone there supporting you.”

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