Movement Podcast Dr. Cortney Herndon: Bridging the Gap Between Therapy & Training
Aug 21, 2025
Dr. Cortney Herndon, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, discusses her impactful journey through the realms of Functional Movement Systems and Women’s Health. She delves into the significance of incontinence in female athletes and tailored training during pregnancy and menopause. Dr. Herndon emphasizes the need for better communication between healthcare and fitness professionals to optimize client care. She also highlights the importance of collaborative networks in supporting clients dealing with movement challenges, encouraging a more integrative approach to wellness.
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Early Training Shaped Her Approach
- Cortney Herndon described learning movement assessment during PT school and interning with Gray Cook, which shaped her whole approach.
- She credits that early exposure to FMS/SFMA for teaching her to "look big picture" and treat movement, not just joints.
Reset Then Retrain Quickly
- Use manual-therapy resets to create a window of opportunity for movement retraining and patient buy-in.
- Reassess after joint mobilization and immediately train the newly available range to reinforce change.
Therapist–Trainer Complementarity
- Therapists should provide a reset that trainers can then reinforce with corrective exercise for long-term maintenance.
- Collaboration reduces PT visit volumes and avoids repeating exercises clients already do with trainers.