Her Education - The Podcast

Join me in this month's research spotlight as I share a recent paper I read covering Endometriosis and exercise.  Explore Professional Development Opportunities --> HERE Join the waitlist for Remote Control PD --> HERE Don't forget to follow along on Instagram @her.education_

In this episode, Courtenay explores the difference between being a competent clinician and becoming an exceptional one. We unpack what exceptional clinicians actually do differently, why women’s health goes far beyond the pelvic floor, and how depth, systems thinking, communication, and self development all shape the quality of care women receive. This episode challenges the idea that specialisati...

In this episode, Courtenay explores why completing more CPD does not automatically lead to confidence in women’s health practice. We unpack the gap between learning information and applying it in complex, real-world presentations, and why women’s health requires depth, integration, and clinical reasoning rather than checklists and protocols. This episode sets the foundation for what it truly means...

There’s a dark side to professional development. Too often, we sit in a lecture, tick off a CPD point, or read another research paper and walk away with knowledge, but not the ability to actually use it. Knowledge is power… but only if your practical skills are up to date. In this episode, we’re talking about the gap between knowing and doing, and why it’s one of the biggest reasons clinicians fee...

When you hear “women’s health,” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For many clinicians, it’s pelvic floor or pre/postnatal care. But here’s the truth: women’s health isn’t a niche. It’s half the population — spanning every stage of life, every body system, and every health condition. If you still think of it as a narrow specialty, you’re missing enormous opportunities to grow as a clinicia...

This episode is all about the making of the very first Women’s Health and Exercise Summit (WHAES) . Tanisha and I share the vision that sparked the event, what they hope it brings to women’s health care, and some of the behind-the-scenes stories of bringing it to life. You’ll hear why WHAES is designed to feel different from traditional professional development, what it means for the future of wom...

In this episode I’m joined by Sam, Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Yoga Teacher/Trainer and founder of Sama Wellbeing . Sam’s work merges evidence-based movement prescription with yoga therapy, breathwork, and education to create a truly integrated approach to rehabilitation. We dive into what it means to support people living with invisible illness, why restorative practices are such a powerful...

Today on the podcast I’m joined by Rachel Tidy, an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who works in mental health inpatient and day program settings with a strong focus on women’s health. Rachel brings a mind–body connection and HAES, weight-neutral framework into her practice, supporting women to build safe, positive, and empowering relationships with movement. She works with clients navigating diso...

When we hear “accessible healthcare,” most of us think about geography or cost. But real accessibility goes far beyond location and price. In this episode, I’m unpacking what accessibility really looks like in practice — from the design of your clinic space to the culture you create, the inclusivity of your language, and the way you show up as a clinician. You’ll hear: Why telehealth alone doesn’t...

Today I’m joined by Meredith Woolsey from Move to Live in South Australia. Meredith is an exercise physiologist whose work is grounded in creating truly inclusive health care. In this episode, we dive into weight stigma, what it is, how it shows up in health care, and why it matters for us as clinicians. Meredith shares her insights on shifting the way we approach client care so that every person...

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the real key to evolving as a women’s health practitioner, layering your skillset. This isn’t about collecting random PD certificates or ticking boxes for CPD points. This is about strategically building on what you already know so you can stand out in a crowded space, attract more aligned clients, and become the clinician that GPs and allied health professi...

So many women’s health issues come with a hidden layer: trauma. From birth trauma and medical gaslighting to subtle, cumulative stress that lives in the body, these experiences shape how women feel, function, and heal. Yet, most exercise physiologists were never trained to recognise or address trauma’s impact—until now. In this groundbreaking episode, Courtenay sits down with Stuart McDonald, exer...

In this special episode, Courtenay shares her live presentation from the 2025 ESSA Business & Innovation Conference, all about harnessing Instagram to grow your exercise physiology business. If you've ever wondered how to turn likes into leads, or how to show up online in a way that actually builds your brand and brings in private-paying clients, this one's for you. Courtenay breaks...

In this episode, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the Breast Cancer Mastery Program — a first-of-its-kind course designed specifically for exercise professionals who want to feel confident, competent, and clinically sharp when supporting clients through breast cancer treatment and recovery. We dive into: Why exercise is one of the most powerful tools during cancer treatment The cl...

Follow along on Instagram --> @her.education_ Join the waitlist for WHAES (Women's Health and Exercise Summit) --> HERE Stay update with all new women's health courses coming in 2025 --> HERE

Join me in this Research Spotlight Episode where we dive into a mini review on the impact of exercise on fertility. Paper details → M Mussawar , A Balsom , J Zepetnek , J Gordon (2023). The effect of physical activity on fertility: a mini-review. Fertility and Sterility Reports 4(2) 150-158 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xfre.2023.04.005  PCOS SPARK Session --> Learn more here Nutrition for fertilit...

About Dr Kassia: Dr Kassia Beetham is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, and is the course coordinator for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at ACU’s Brisbane Campus. Kassia’s research investigates the physiology of exercise in pregnancy and postpartum. Kassia’s program of research focusses on the cardiovascular changes in both the mum, fetus and placenta in response to exercise from co...

Let's dive into what is happening here at HER Education in 2025! Follow along on socials: IG - @her.education_ www.hereducation.com.au Check out our SPARK sessions --> HERE   Join the waitlist for WHAES --> HERE WHAES is in collaboration with Tanisha from @tanishas_exercisephysiology Join HER Education mailing list --> HERE

Join me as I chat with Tijana Sharp about her dual role as a PhD candidate and casual academic and how she uses her skillset in clinical practice.  About Tijana: I am a current PhD Candidate and casual academic at UTS in the School of Sport and Exercise Science and Rehabilitation. My research focuses on High-Intensity Multimodal Training in the general population. I am particularly interested in h...

Join me as I share  with you how I see the role of Exercise Physiologists in women’s health.  I share how I communicate this to clients and health professionals in the hope of building our reputation within women’s health care. I hope this episode helps you deepen your understanding of your own role and how you differ from a physiotherapist and a personal trainer. And if you are not an EP hopefull...

Study details → Kadah S, Soh S, Morin M, Schneider M, Heron E, Clinphys M, Frawley H. Is there a difference in pelvic floor muscle tone between women with and without pelvic pain? A systematic review and meta-analysis. The journal of sexual medicina 2023;20 65-96 Is there a difference in pelvic floor muscle tone between women with and without pelvic pain? A systematic review and meta-analysis - Pu...

Kathy is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Accredited Exercise Scientist. Graduating in 2002, Kathy has worked in a wide variety of settings of healthcare during her career including private practise, hospital settings, workers compensation, disability and womens health. Kathy’s passion is in womens health and she has worked specialising in both pre and post natal exercise care and menopause...

Dive into this episode where I share a recent experience with a small business. there are plenty of lessons in this one you can implement in your work. Follow along on Instagram: @her.education_ Stay in the loop with all things women's health education --> join the email list here

Sara is the owner and director of Simply Stronger Exercise Physiology in Caulfield North, Victoria. After working in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years she was recently promoted (by herself) to fulltime director of Simply Stronger. She is passionate about the growth of our industry and her recent promotion allows for much broader impact. Empowering more then just our clients at Simp...

Let's dive into why setting expectation in all aspects of your service is vital for your reputation, brand building and getting results. Let's connect on socials: @her.education_ Join my email list HERE