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The Movement System Podcast

The Movement System Podcast

Hosted by Matthew Casturo

Episodes

144

Latest episode

May 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Improve your understanding of Human Movement! This information-dense, no-BS podcast is a platform for fitness professionals, physical therapists, strength coaches, personal trainers, students studying for the CSCS Exam and anyone who moves to learn the science of human movement. Host Matt Casturo, DPT, CSCS, discusses exercise science, coaching, training techniques, and more. Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themovementsystem/ or head to https://www.themovementsystem.com to learn more. Studying for the CSCS Exam? Check out The Movement System CSCS Study Course and Practice test: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

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May 27, 202627 min

CSCS Prep: Aerobic Training Adaptations

In this episode we cover acute and chronic adaptations from aerobic training.  Learn more with The Movement System CSCS Study Course:  https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

May 14, 202619 min

How the Nervous System Adapts to Training

Primary Source: Neuromusuclar Aspects of Sports Performance by Paavo Komi https://www.researchgate.net/publication/278315099_Neuromuscular_Aspects_of_Sport_Performance_Volume_XVII   Learn more and earn NSCA CEUs:  $1 Program Design Masterclass: https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/plyometrics-101-info

April 15, 202621 min

CSCS Prep: Nutrition for Athletes

Here's the link to get the Free 20 Question CSCS Practice Test: https://www.themovementsystem.com/opt-in-20-Question-CSCS-Practice-Test Learn more with The Movement System CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

March 31, 202624 min

CSCS Prep: Athlete Testing

Free 20 Question CSCS Practice Test:  https://www.themovementsystem.com/opt-in-20-Question-CSCS-Practice-Test Learn more with The Movement System CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

March 11, 202622 min

CSCS Prep: Overtraining

Learn more with The Movement System CSCS Study Course:  https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

February 25, 202625 min

A Coach's Guide to Conditioning

Get access to our $1 Program Design Masterclass (0.2 NSCA CEUs): https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout Program Design 101 (1.0 NSCA CEUs):  https://www.themovementsystem.com/programdesigncourse

February 11, 202625 min

A Coach's Guide to Plyometrics

Learn more and earn NSCA CEUs with Plyometrics 101

January 28, 202628 min

A Coach's Guide to Isometrics

Learn More and Earn CEUs with The Movement System: https://www.themovementsystem.com         References: Oranchuk, D., Storey, A., Nelson, A. and Cronin, J. Scientific basis for eccentric quasi-isometric resistance training: a narrative review. J Strength Cond Res. 2019; 33 (10): 2846-2859. Lum, Danny et al. "Comparing the Effects of Long-Term vs. Periodic Inclusion of Isometric Strength Training on Strength and Dynamic Performances." Journal of strength and conditioning research vol. 37,2 (2023): 305-314. doi:10.1519/JSC.0000000000004276 Schaefer, L., Hoff, M. and Bittmann, F. Measuring the adaptive force. Eur J Transl Myol. 2015; 27 (3): 152-159. Lum D, Haff GG, Barbosa TM. The relationship between isometric force-time characteristics and dynamic performance: a systematic review. Sports. 2020;8:63. Lum, D., Barbosa, T.M., Joseph, R. et al. Effects of Two Isometric Strength Training Methods on Jump and Sprint Performances: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J. of SCI. IN SPORT AND EXERCISE 3, 115–124 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42978-020-00095-w Lum D, Joseph R. Relationship between isometric force-time characteristics and dynamic performance pre- and post-training. J Sports Med Phys Fit. 2020;60(4):520–6.

January 14, 202641 min

The Science of Bone Loading in Plyometrics and Running with Nathan Carlson

Nathan Carlson is a physical therapist, coach, and business owner based out of Kansas City. He specializes in the management of bone stress injuries, managing the high school and collegiate runner, and implementing resistance training with endurance athletes. He is also a reviewer for The International Journal of Exercises Science.  To learn more you can check out his website www.runningmatekc.com or follow him on IG: runningmatekc Rebuild: Evaluation and Return to Sport of Bone Stress Injuries (Get 20% OFF with code: MATT) https://runningmatekc.com/rebuild-bone-stress-injury-online-course/   Free Bone Stress Injury Return to Sport Guidebook https://adept-creator-3116.kit.com/6dbd56b3a6

December 31, 202527 min

7 Program Design Mistakes I Made Writing 500+ Athlete Programs

Earn NSCA CEUs with The Movement System courses:  https://www.themovementsystem.com $1 Program Design Masterclass (0.2 NSCA CEUs):   https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout

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