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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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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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Episodes
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A Coach's Guide to Conditioning

2/25/2026
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

Duration:00:25:16

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A Coach's Guide to Plyometrics

2/11/2026
Learn more and earn NSCA CEUs with Plyometrics 101

Duration:00:25:44

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A Coach's Guide to Isometrics

1/28/2026
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.

Duration:00:28:30

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

1/14/2026
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

Duration:00:41:59

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7 Program Design Mistakes I Made Writing 500+ Athlete Programs

12/31/2025
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

Duration:00:27:18

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5 Levels of Gym Tech Making Athletes Faster with Brett Morse

11/19/2025
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

Duration:00:55:58

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Plyometrics and the Nervous System

11/5/2025
Learn more with Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/plyometrics-101-info

Duration:00:19:25

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Periodization for Plyometrics

9/24/2025
Join the waitlist for Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-plyometrics-101

Duration:00:17:52

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The Physiology of Plyometric Training

9/10/2025
Join the waitlist for Plyometrics 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-plyometrics-101

Duration:00:14:44

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The NEW Science of Isometric Training

8/27/2025
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/

Duration:00:26:14

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The 2 Biomechanics Principles Every Coach Needs to Know

7/30/2025
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/38391038/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18668167/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30580468/

Duration:00:17:54

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Cutting-Edge Strength & Conditioning Insights from the NSCA National Conference

7/23/2025
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

Duration:00:28:19

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Periodization 101

7/9/2025
Learn more and earn 0.2 NSCA CEUs with our $1 Program Design Masterclass: https://www.themovementsystem.com/offers/RLf5Xsfz/checkout

Duration:00:19:18

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What is Biomechanics?

6/25/2025
Join the Waitlist for the Anatomy and Biomechanics Course: https://www.themovementsystem.com/waitlist-for-anatomy-and-biomechanics-of-movement

Duration:00:27:34

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CSCS Exam Updates: What You Need to Know

6/11/2025
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

Duration:00:23:25

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

5/29/2025
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

Duration:00:27:16

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CSCS Prep: Last Minute Review with Must Know Facts

5/7/2025
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

Duration:00:34:48

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S&C for Sprinters with Brett Morse

4/23/2025
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.instagram.com/brettmorsetraining/ Episode Sponsor: Legion Athletics: https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/9j4dv Use Code: MOVEMENT to get 20% off your first order (and double legion points on subsequent orders)

Duration:00:43:08

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The Science of Training Your Nervous System

4/9/2025
Information from Supertraining, Neuromuscular Aspects of Sports Performance, and various Sportsmith courses and articles. Book recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/themovementsystem/list/2UJJ9KRPVDF2I?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d Podcast Sponsor: Legion Athletics: https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/9j4dv Use Code: MOVEMENT to get 20% off your first order (and double legion points on subsequent orders)

Duration:00:22:03

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The Science of Conditioning and Cardiovascular Training

3/26/2025
This episode is sponsored by Legion Athletics: https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/9j4dv Use Code: MOVEMENT to get 20% off your first order Program Design 101: https://www.themovementsystem.com/programdesigncourse Book Recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/themovementsystem/list/2UJJ9KRPVDF2I?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d

Duration:00:35:08