Finesse Your Wellness

Pilates, the low-impact exercise regime created in the 1920s, is having a moment. With a rise in search queries every year, 2024 is set to mark its definitive comeback as it becomes more accessible and renowned for its physical and mental health benefits. In this season finale of Finesse Your Wellness, host Matilda dives into her newfound obsession with Pilates (considering she never used to like it!). She's joined by mind & body coach and Pilates teacher Cynthia Kensington to explore what makes it remarkable and how it can empower black women and women of colour to realise their fitness potential.Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In this episode, host Matilda explores the topic of fibroids - including her surprising encounter with them - and the impact they have on women's health. To gain more insight, she chats with Dr. Dupe Burgess, founder and CEO of Bloomful, a platform aiming to improve women's gynecological care. Together, they discuss the healthcare inequities that exist, particularly for Black women and women of colour, and highlight the importance of prioritizing gynae health.Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In this episode, host Matilda chats with Ashleigh Simpson, a nutritionist, who sheds a light on the work of nutritionists and the benefits of consulting with one. Matilda also shares her personal experience with a nutritionist and how it's transforming her wellness journey.Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In this episode, host Matilda chats with Davinia Tomlinson, who shares her journey and the inspiration behind creating Rain Chq, a platform that empowers women to understand and navigate the world of investing. They discuss the importance of dreaming big and being purposeful with our money, and how investing can truly change our lives. Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In this episode, host Matilda explores the emotional journey people face when questioning their career path or facing redundancy, and the impact it can have on our mental health. She’s joined by career coach Abigail Brown, who offers strategies for discovering your passions, changing course, and finding the right path.Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In this episode, host Matilda meets Mildred Talabi, an award-winning careers coach and author, who shares her life-changing health experience and the lessons she learned along the way. Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In this episode, host Matilda speaks with Sabina Silver, an artist who discovered art as a way to cope with the anxiety of moving to a new country as a child, which resulted in selective mutism. Today, she organises paint and sip events to help people use art as a form of therapy and healing. Matilda explores the connection between art and self-discovery, and how creativity can help women deal with life's challenges. Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

In Season 3's second episode, host Matilda interviews Jodine, a chartered sports and exercise psychologist. Jodine's expertise spans from helping those with long-term health conditions to supporting athletes dealing with issues like competition anxiety and injury management. Matilda explores what we can learn from the athletic mindset and the ways it can influence our own perspective of ourselves and the world around us.Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co

To kick off Season 3, host Matilda shares her personal fitness journey, reminding us that when it comes to wellness, we all have to begin somewhere. She walks through her childhood experiences, shares the challenges of her teenage years, and ultimately, reveals how finding a supportive running community as an adult became the game-changer in her life. Follow Fly Girl Collective and Finesse Your Wellness on:Instagram: @flygirlcollectiveInstagram: @finesseyourwellnessTwitter: @flygirlcoAnd discover what we're doing for black women and women of colour in London at www.flygirlcollective.co