Neurodivergent Personal Trainer

Rhiannon Cooper the personal trainer at Not So Typical Fitness is grinning wearing bose noise cancelling headphones, glasses and stood next to a barbell with pink clips in the gym. — I used to drive to the gym and head home in tears without being able to go in. Now it’s a happy place for me.

If you’ve ever walked into a gym and felt like you didn’t belong...
If you’ve ever been talked down to, overwhelmed, or completely lost during a workout...
If you’ve started over more times than you can count...

Hi. I see you. Because I am you.

I’m Rhiannon, a neurodivergent personal trainer based in Wolverhampton—autistic, ADHD, and someone who’s had a complicated relationship with fitness, food, and my own body. I’ve lost over 100 lbs in the past. I’ve also put most of it back on. And honestly? That experience is one of my biggest strengths as a coach.

Because I get it. I know what it’s like to be trying your absolute best and still feel like you're not getting it right. I know what it’s like to juggle mental health, executive dysfunction, sensory overload, and all the invisible stuff that makes showing up harder than people realise.

Why I’m Different (And Proud of It)

I’m not the kind of PT who’s going to bark orders at you through a megaphone or hand you a strict meal plan and expect perfection.

I am the kind of PT who will:

Ask how your brain works before suggesting how your body should move.
Turn down the music if it’s too much.
Explain things clearly (and again, if you need).

I don’t believe in pushing people into the same cookie-cutter plan. I believe in working with you to find what feels good, doable, and right for you. Whether that’s building confidence with weights, learning to use gym equipment without panicking, or just finding the courage to walk through the doors, I’ll be right there beside you.

Neurodivergent? Anxious? Gym-avoidant?

You're in the right place.

I offer:

1:1 personal training in Wolverhampton (in a space that feels supportive and not intimidating)
Beginner gym inductions for people who are nervous, overwhelmed, or totally new
Tailored support that goes beyond the session, think visual guides, flexible communication, and clear checklists that make sense to our brains

You won’t find any “no excuses” slogans here. You’ll find kindness, structure (when you need it), and a real human being who doesn’t pretend to have it all together.

You Don’t Need to Be Fixed.

You Just Need to Be Heard.

I became a personal trainer because I didn’t see anyone like me in the fitness world. And honestly, I didn’t feel welcome. I want to change that—for you, and for everyone who’s ever felt like fitness just wasn’t made for them.

You don’t have to be skinny, neurotypical, confident, or already fit to work with me. You just need to be ready to try, even if that means trying again.

Ready When You Are

If something in this spoke to you, and you're thinking, “maybe this time could be different” then let’s chat.

Let’s Go!

I’m based at JD Gyms in Wolverhampton where I offer 1:1 sessions, gym inductions and coaching that is a bit different to everyone else!

Book a 1:1 induction with me and make the first step.

You're allowed to start messy. You're allowed to start over. You're allowed to do it differently.

And if you want someone who gets that?

I'm right here.

Fitness with Feeling