the not so typical fitness podcast
Welcome to not so typical fitness, the podcast that breaks down barriers in health and fitness for neurodivergent minds. Hosted by Rhiannon Cooper; a qualified AuDHD (autistic ADHD) personal trainer, advocate, and lifelong misfit in the fitness industry, this solo podcast dives deep into the realities of navigating fitness as a late diagnosed autistic and ADHD woman.
From personal struggles to industry insights, Rhiannon shares her journey of weight loss, gym anxiety, and making fitness work for you, not against you. No toxic hustle culture, no shame; just honest conversations, practical advice, and a whole lot of “I wish someone had told me this sooner” moments.
If you've ever felt like the gym wasn’t built for you, like workouts should come with a user manual, or like traditional fitness advice just doesn’t fit, you’re in the right place.
the not so typical fitness podcast
012: The Problem with Going Fully Online as a Personal Trainer
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Some people don’t ask for help in the gym—not because they don’t want it, but because they’re too anxious, overwhelmed, or used to being ignored. I became a personal trainer for those people.
In this episode, I talk about why I’ll never become a fully online personal trainer—even though it’s what the industry pushes. From gym anxiety to neurodivergent overwhelm, I share how being physically present on the gym floor helps people who don’t know how to ask for support.
I share: – What happened when I went viral on TikTok – A real story of helping someone in the gym who didn’t ask – Why presence, eye contact, and empathy matter – How this work helps my own mental health too
If you’ve ever felt lost, overstimulated, or invisible in the gym, this one’s for you.
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📝 Blog & resources: www.notsotypicalfitness.co.uk
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