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The Movement System Podcast

The Movement System Podcast

Matthew Casturo 144 Episodes Jul 22, 2026

This podcast is designed for fitness professionals, physical therapists, strength coaches, personal trainers, and anyone interested in human movement. Host Matt Casturo, DPT, CSCS, discusses exercise science, coaching, training techniques, and more. The show aims to improve understanding of human movement with information-dense, no-BS content. It also offers a CSCS Study Course and practice test for those studying for the exam.

Episodes

Strength Is Not Enough: The Qualities That Actually Drive Performance
Strength Is Not Enough: The Qualities That Actually Drive Performance Jul 22, 2026 25:16 Get the free Plyometrics Masterclass: https://www.themovementsystem.com/webinar-replay-a-coach's-guide-to-plyometrics   Research referenced:  https://www.ovid.com/jnls/nsca-scj/abstract/10.1519/ssc.0000000000000744~strength-classification-and-diagnosis-not-all-strength-is?redirectionsource=fulltextview https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4875063/
What Elite S&C Coaches Are Talking About in 2026: Sportsmith Conference Recap
What Elite S&C Coaches Are Talking About in 2026: Sportsmith Conference Recap Jul 6, 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
How to Program and Coach Plyometric Training Jun 17, 2026 30:33 Learn more: https://www.themovementsystem.com/plyometrics-101-info  
CSCS Prep: Aerobic Training Adaptations
CSCS Prep: Aerobic Training Adaptations May 27, 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
How the Nervous System Adapts to Training May 14, 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
CSCS Prep: Nutrition for Athletes Apr 15, 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
CSCS Prep: Athlete Testing Mar 31, 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
CSCS Prep: Overtraining Mar 11, 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
A Coach's Guide to Conditioning Feb 25, 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
A Coach's Guide to Plyometrics Feb 11, 2026 25:44 Learn more and earn NSCA CEUs with Plyometrics 101
A Coach's Guide to Isometrics
A Coach's Guide to Isometrics Jan 28, 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
The Science of Bone Loading in Plyometrics and Running with Nathan Carlson Jan 14, 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

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