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Do you need to lose weight before you join the gym? In this bold and affirming episode, Rhiannon tackles one of the most damaging myths in fitness: that you have to lose weight or “get fit” before joining a gym. As a personal trainer with lived experience of autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and disordered eating, she knows first-hand how hard it can be to step into a space that often doesn’t feel built for you.
She shares:
Why movement is never pointless—no matter your body size or experience
The reality of gym anxiety and sensory overwhelm
Her own journey from 24 stone and unhappy to feeling at home in the gym
How fitness spaces need to change to support people who are neurodivergent or struggling with mental health
A reminder that showing up—even for 5 minutes—is a valid and powerful win
This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt like the gym isn’t for people like you.
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I'm Rhiannon – an autistic personal trainer with ADHD (AuDHD), here to help you navigate fitness your way. Whether you're starting out, starting over, or just trying to figure it all out, you're in the right place. This channel is a safe, inclusive space for neurodivergent individuals and anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite “fit” into traditional fitness.
💪 Expect real talk, accessible workouts, sensory-friendly tips, and honest conversations about fitness, mental health, and confidence – without the pressure to be “perfect.”
Join the Not So Typical Fitness Community to get access to all resources, guides and chat to likeminded neurodivergent people wanting to prioritise their health too: https://community.notsotypicalfitness...
Ready to work with me or want support as a neurodivergent woman in fitness?
Visit my website: https://www.notsotypicalfitness.co.uk/
Podcast: Not So Typical Fitness – wherever you get your podcasts!
🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss new episodes.
Ever had a panic attack in the gym car park?
You're not alone. Our complete guide to overcoming gym anxiety reveals why gyms feel so overwhelming for anxious people—and shares 7 proven strategies that actually work.
- The 5 real barriers that make gyms intimidating
- Practical strategies for sensory overload & social anxiety
- Word-for-word gym etiquette scripts
- A realistic 4-week confidence-building plan
Read the Complete Guide HERE
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By Rhiannon CooperDo you need to lose weight before you join the gym? In this bold and affirming episode, Rhiannon tackles one of the most damaging myths in fitness: that you have to lose weight or “get fit” before joining a gym. As a personal trainer with lived experience of autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and disordered eating, she knows first-hand how hard it can be to step into a space that often doesn’t feel built for you.
She shares:
Why movement is never pointless—no matter your body size or experience
The reality of gym anxiety and sensory overwhelm
Her own journey from 24 stone and unhappy to feeling at home in the gym
How fitness spaces need to change to support people who are neurodivergent or struggling with mental health
A reminder that showing up—even for 5 minutes—is a valid and powerful win
This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt like the gym isn’t for people like you.
🩷🩷🩷
I'm Rhiannon – an autistic personal trainer with ADHD (AuDHD), here to help you navigate fitness your way. Whether you're starting out, starting over, or just trying to figure it all out, you're in the right place. This channel is a safe, inclusive space for neurodivergent individuals and anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite “fit” into traditional fitness.
💪 Expect real talk, accessible workouts, sensory-friendly tips, and honest conversations about fitness, mental health, and confidence – without the pressure to be “perfect.”
Join the Not So Typical Fitness Community to get access to all resources, guides and chat to likeminded neurodivergent people wanting to prioritise their health too: https://community.notsotypicalfitness...
Ready to work with me or want support as a neurodivergent woman in fitness?
Visit my website: https://www.notsotypicalfitness.co.uk/
Podcast: Not So Typical Fitness – wherever you get your podcasts!
🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss new episodes.
Ever had a panic attack in the gym car park?
You're not alone. Our complete guide to overcoming gym anxiety reveals why gyms feel so overwhelming for anxious people—and shares 7 proven strategies that actually work.
- The 5 real barriers that make gyms intimidating
- Practical strategies for sensory overload & social anxiety
- Word-for-word gym etiquette scripts
- A realistic 4-week confidence-building plan
Read the Complete Guide HERE