About the Founder



Hello, I’m Sophia Thompson, though most people know me as Coco. I’m the founder of My Go To Wellness, a business rooted in my personal journey and driven by a passion for helping others to prolong life. Along with being a devoted wife and mother of three, I’m a certified fitness professional, nutritional advisor, and menopause wellness practitioner, proudly recognized by CIMSPA. 

My Professional Journey into Wellness

My love for health and well-being began back in 2009 when I started working on Public Health initiatives across Birmingham, the Black Country, and the Midlands. Through this work, I helped individuals make transformative lifestyle changes in areas such as:

- Adult Weight Management

- Smoking Cessation

- Alcohol Awareness

- Health Screenings

- Diabetes and Sexual Health Awareness

- Increasing Physical Activity

- Goal Setting and Motivational Support

This work allowed me to witness first hand the incredible changes that people can achieve when given the right tools, support, and encouragement.

My Personal Fitness Journey

In 2012, my own fitness path took off when I attended my first pole fitness session. I quickly found a deep passion for it and by 2014, I was teaching. By 2018, I earned my certification as a personal trainer, solidifying my commitment to helping others find their strength. 

The Origin of My Go To Wellness

The story of My Go To Wellness is deeply personal. Losing my mother to bowel cancer in 2016 had a profound effect on me, sparking a desire to help others make positive, life-changing decisions. Then, in 2023, my own experience with post-menopause following a total hysterectomy made my mission even clearer. At My Go To Wellness, we believe that life’s challenges don’t define us—it’s how we rise that matters. And we’re here to help you rise, stronger and more resilient than before.

What Motivates Me?

There’s nothing more rewarding than watching clients achieve their goals, no matter how small or grand. My motivation comes from seeing people overcome obstacles, build resilience, and regain strength—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. It’s more than just fitness and nutrition for me—it’s about empowering people to live healthier, happier lives.

Qualifications

Fitness:

- Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma

- Level 3 Exercise Referral

- Level 3 Sports Conditioning

- Level 3 Outdoor Fitness

- Level 3 Pilates

- Level 2 Gym Instructor

- Level 2 Exercise to Music Diploma

- Group Indoor Cycling

- Keiser Foundation Group Indoor Cycling

- Circuits Training

- FX (Stomp, Jump, Groove, Pump, Blast)

- Cardio Tennis

- Twerk Technician

- SO Dancehall Fitness Instructor

- Pole Fitness Instructor

- Pole Fabrics Instructor

- Level 1 & 2 Clip N Climb Instructor

- Stretching and Flexibility for Aerial & Pole

- Adolescence Exercise & Induction Certification

Nutrition:

- Level 5 Advanced Sports & Exercise Nutritional Advisor

- PN Level 1 Nutrition Certification (ongoing)

Wellness:

- Menopause Wellness Practitioner

- Menopause Nutrition & Weight Loss Management

- International Menopause Society IMPART Level 1

Professional Credentials

CIMSPA Membership No: 1406744 

Certified Sports and Exercise Nutritional Advisor Credential ID: 36289872303352

Through My Go To Wellness, my aim is to provide accessible, inclusive, and personalized wellness solutions that empower individuals to thrive, no matter their starting point.