The Not So Typical Fitness Blog
A space where fitness meets real life, without the pressure to fit the "perfect" mould. From breaking down gym anxiety to finding routines that actually work for neurodivergent minds and bodies.
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About Not So Typical Fitness
Online Strength Training for Sensory Sensitivities: What Actually Works
Looking for online strength training tailored for sensory sensitivities? Here's what to look for and why the Sensory-Safe Strength System is built differently.
Guest Blog: Why "The Kids Have to Come First" Is Hurting Your Family
Guest post by Helen Calvert: "The kids have to come first" - we hear it constantly. But this mindset leads to burnout, resentment, and teaches children the wrong lessons about needs and boundaries. Here's why balanced family dynamics where everyone matters creates healthier outcomes for everyone, including your kids.
Why Your Brain Sabotages Your Workouts (And What Actually Works Instead)
You want to exercise but can't make it happen. It's not laziness—it's executive dysfunction. Here are 10 strategies that actually work with your neurodivergent brain.
From Shutdown to Self-Advocacy: My Late Diagnosis Journey
It started with a Christmas party that changed everything. What I thought was anxiety turned out to be my first autistic shutdown; the moment that led me to discover I’m AuDHD. This is my story of late diagnosis, self-discovery, and learning that being different isn’t something to fix; it’s something to understand, accept, and advocate for.
The Benefits of Being Active & Moving Your Body
You don’t need a full workout to feel the benefits of movement. From stretching in bed to taking short walks, discover how small, consistent actions can boost your mood, mobility, and overall well-being.
Personal Trainer Wolverhampton Cost: Real Prices & What You Actually Get (2026)
As an AuDHD personal trainer based in Wolverhampton, I help autistic, ADHD, and neurodivergent people build realistic, anxiety-friendly fitness routines that work with your brain, not against it.
Burnout to Balance: Rebuilding My Relationship with Exercise
After years of pushing through exhaustion, I hit burnout and had to relearn how to move my body with care instead of punishment. This is the story of how I rested my way back to strength, found joy in tiny steps, and rebuilt a sustainable, guilt-free relationship with exercise.
How to Stay Motivated Without Motivation
If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t stick to your plans, it’s not because you’re lazy; it’s because your brain feels unsafe. For autistic, ADHD, and anxious minds, motivation isn’t broken; it’s protective. This blog breaks down how to create “safe plans” that work with your brain instead of against it.
Will Lifting Weights Make Me Bulky?
Worried lifting weights will make you “too bulky”? This common myth holds many women back from discovering the benefits of strength training. The truth is, lifting builds confidence, resilience, and health — not bulk.
Whose Job Is It Anyway? Gym Staff vs Member Roles
Fitness Coaches aren’t your cleaners and re-racking is part of your responsibility. Let’s bust the myths about gym staff roles and why respect matters.
How Many Times a Week Should You Go to the Gym?
If you’re new to the gym, you don’t need to train every day. In fact, starting with 2–3 sessions per week is the best way to build confidence, avoid burnout, and make fitness a routine you can actually stick to. Small steps really do add up.
Why It’s Okay If You Don’t Use the Hotel Gym on Holiday
On my recent holiday at Riu Paraiso in Lanzarote, I had every intention of using the hotel gym. I even stepped inside to check it out. But in the heat, my body was asking for rest, not another workout. Here’s why skipping the gym on holiday is not only okay, but it can actually help your fitness journey.