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Empowering British Muslim Women Through Fitness and Support

9/12/2025

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Selina left a local sports team due to racism, which affected her confidence.
After giving birth, she faced depression but later joined exercise sessions at the Pakistani Community Centre in Normanton, Derby.
Research indicates 42% of British Muslim women are inactive, nearly double the overall female rate.
About 30% of British Muslim women aged 65+ report poor health, compared to 13% of women overall.
Swimming coach Tahira, who lacked support in sports as a child, now empowers women through exercise.

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Story summary

Selina left a local sports team due to racism, which affected her confidence.
After giving birth, she faced depression but later joined exercise sessions at the Pakistani Community Centre in Normanton, Derby.
Research indicates 42% of British Muslim women are inactive, nearly double the overall female rate.
About 30% of British Muslim women aged 65+ report poor health, compared to 13% of women overall.
Swimming coach Tahira, who lacked support in sports as a child, now empowers women through exercise.