the not so typical fitness podcast

018: You're not lazy! Your nervous system is just overwhelmed


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You've told yourself you're lazy. That you just don't have the discipline. That if you really wanted it, you'd be consistent by now.

But what if the problem was never you?

In this episode, Rhiannon breaks down what's actually happening in your nervous system when motivation disappears, sensory overload derails your training, or you simply can't make yourself start — and why none of it is a character flaw.

If you're autistic, ADHD, or just someone who's always found fitness harder than it looks for everyone else, this one's for you.

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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the not so typical fitness podcastBy Rhiannon Cooper