Matthew Casturo

The Movement System Podcast

Health EN ↓ 145 episodes

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...

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Matthew Casturo

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What Elite S&C Coaches Are Talking About in 2026: Sportsmith Conference Recap 06.07.2026 28:34

In this episode I review everything I learned at Sportsmith 2026. Tons of great speakers. Thanks to Legion Athletics for sponsoring this epiosde: https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/9j4dv Use Code: MOVEMENT to get 20% off your first order

How to Program and Coach Plyometric Training 17.06.2026 30:33

Learn more: https://www.themovementsystem.com/plyometrics-101-info

CSCS Prep: Aerobic Training Adaptations 27.05.2026 27:18

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

How the Nervous System Adapts to Training 14.05.2026 19:54

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

CSCS Prep: Nutrition for Athletes 15.04.2026 21:07

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

CSCS Prep: Athlete Testing 31.03.2026 24:59

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

CSCS Prep: Overtraining 11.03.2026 22:59

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

A Coach's Guide to Conditioning 25.02.2026 25:16

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

A Coach's Guide to Plyometrics 11.02.2026 25:44

Learn more and earn NSCA CEUs with Plyometrics 101

A Coach's Guide to Isometrics 28.01.2026 28:30

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...

The Science of Bone Loading in Plyometrics and Running with Nathan Carlson 14.01.2026 41:59

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.co...

7 Program Design Mistakes I Made Writing 500+ Athlete Programs 31.12.2025 27:18

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

5 Levels of Gym Tech Making Athletes Faster with Brett Morse 19.11.2025 55:58

Get $25 OFF OVR Performance: https://www.ovrperformance.com/movement Learn more from Brett: https://www.instagram.com/brettmorsetraining/ Watch the Full Youtube Video for visuals of what we talk about in this podcast: https://youtu.be/M1JrANugjFA

Plyometrics and the Nervous System 05.11.2025 19:25

Learn more with Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/plyometrics-101-info

Periodization for Plyometrics 24.09.2025 17:52

Join the waitlist for Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-plyometrics-101

The Physiology of Plyometric Training 10.09.2025 14:44

Join the waitlist for Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-plyometrics-101

The NEW Science of Isometric Training 27.08.2025 26:14

Check out our new course The Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement: https://www.themovementsystem.com/the-anatomy-and-biomechanics-of-movement-course-landing-page Research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30580468/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30943568/

The 2 Biomechanics Principles Every Coach Needs to Know 30.07.2025 17:54

Cutting-Edge Strength & Conditioning Insights from the NSCA National Conference 23.07.2025 28:19

Learn more: Here's the link to join the CSCS Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2415992685342170 CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

Periodization 101 09.07.2025 19:18

Learn more and earn 0.2 NSCA CEUs with our $1 Program Design Masterclass: https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout

What is Biomechanics? 25.06.2025 27:34

Join the Waitlist for the Anatomy and Biomechanics Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-anatomy-and-biomechanics-of-movement

CSCS Exam Updates: What You Need to Know 11.06.2025 23:25

Several updates have been made to the NSCA CSCS DCO for July 2025. This episode covers some of those topics and dives into what you need to know. Pass your CSCS Exam with The Movement System CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page

The 4 Most Important Health Metrics You Can Track (And What They Actually Mean) 29.05.2025 27:16

Get access to our $1 Program Design Masterclass: https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout This Episode is Sponsored by Legion Athletics: https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/9j4dv Use Code: MOVEMENT to support the podcast and get 20% off your first order

CSCS Prep: Last Minute Review with Must Know Facts 07.05.2025 34:48

In this episode, we review some of the essential topics that you need to know before taking your CSCS Exam. We cover exercise science, athlete testing data, program design, and more. 150 Question CSCS Practice Test: https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/cF2D5UwS/checkout The Movement System CSCS Study Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/strength-and-conditioning-study-course-sales-page...

S&C for Sprinters with Brett Morse 23.04.2025 43:08

In this episode, coach and All American Track and Field Athlete Brett Morse, CSCS discuss S&C training for sprinters and athletes who sprint. We dive into the high/low model, periodization for sprinters, and much more. Learn more from Brett: Website: https://www.brettmorsetraining.com/about Programs: https://www.brettmorsetraining.com/shop/p/advanced-tf-strength-and-conditioning IG: https://www.i...