In a context where 38% of French women do not practice or rarely practice physical activity, Aurélie Maingre’s journey resonates as proof that performance and well-being can coexist.
On January 22, 2025, Aurélie Maingre reached a decisive milestone in her career by qualifying for the final of the Nations Cup Formula Woman during the first qualifying event at the Dubai Autodrome. Her achievement is a source of inspiration for all those who aspire to push their limits and pursue their dreams, whatever their starting point.
Her journey with Formula Woman is much more than just competition. As she mentioned in a press release: “FW (Formula Woman) means a huge chance to learn and start a career in motorsport.“
“Sports practice motivated by the desire to be in good health”
Motorsport is not just a question of driving: it requires impeccable physical and mental condition. The French pilot knows this better than anyone! To prepare for the final next May, she plans intensive training in Radical fitness and relies on the support of Formula Woman experts. This approach allows us to understand the importance of a holistic approach to sports performance, where well-being and technical excellence go hand in hand.
This resonates with the general motivations of French women for practicing sports. According to the AÉSIO Mutuelle/OpinionWay study, the main reasons given are essentially to be “in good health”:
- Physical health (64%)
- Mental health (40%)
- Stress management (40%)
“Lack of motivation, time and cost are holding back French women”
Despite growing awareness of the benefits of sport, the study also reveals that 38% of French women do not practice it or very rarely. The main obstacles include:
- Lack of motivation (39%)
- Constraints linked to family life (26%)
- Costs (26%)
Initiatives like Formula Woman help overcome some of these obstacles, making a discipline previously out of reach for many women accessible. The pilot recalls the impact of this opportunity which transformed her life: “FW helped me open that door. It allowed me to realize a dream that I thought was completely impossible.“
Encouraging women to practice sport
In a world where female roles in professional sport too often remain invisible, her story is an invitation to believe in one’s abilities, to think outside the box and embrace ambitions deemed unattainable.
According to the AÉSIO Mutuelle/OpinionWay study, 34% of French women believe that making female role models more visible in the media would encourage more women to practice sport. Aurélie’s exploit in Dubai responds to this need, showing that it is possible to succeed while valuing your well-being.
