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
A Beginner's Guide to Neurodivergent-Friendly Workouts
Learn how to start strength training, cardio, and flexibility work without sensory overwhelm. A neurodivergent-friendly workout guide from an autistic ADHD PT.
How Gyms Can Improve Accessibility (And Why It Benefits Everyone)
Improving accessibility in gyms isn't just about meeting legal requirements or accommodating people with disabilities. Learn 6 practical ways gyms can improve accessibility, from quiet spaces to flexible inductions, and why these changes benefit all members.
When Accessibility Isn’t More Than a Buzzword
I signed up for a personal training course with Origym expecting innovation, accessibility, and support. While their website promises “accessible education for all,” my experience as an autistic, ADHD student revealed a lack of inclusion, communication, and understanding for those with non-typical needs.
