The Movement System Podcast
Matthew Casturo
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
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
Episodes
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Sep 15, 2021 • 25min
CSCS Prep: Program Design for Strength vs. Power
In this CSCS Study Episode we break down the differences involved in program design for strength vs. power. . We discuss load assignment, volume, and other aspects of Strength and Conditioning Program Design. . If you are studying for the NSCA CSCS make sure to also check out www.themovementsystem.com for additional study resources. . Follow along on Instagram and Youtube @themovementsystem
Aug 26, 2021 • 24min
How to Manage CNS/ Neuromuscular Fatigue and Optimize Training
In this episode, we discuss how to manage CNS Fatigue/ Neuromuscular fatigue and optimize training. . We dive into the science of motor unit firing, motoneuron excitability, motor cortical excitability, and other neurophysiological variables that impact training. . We also break down how to practically apply this to training athletes with high/low CNS Days and which athletes are likely to see the most benefit from this model. . Follow @themovementsystem on Instagram and Youtube to learn more.
Jul 21, 2021 • 25min
How to Write a Strength and Conditioning Program | CSCS Program Design
Studying for the CSCS Exam? Check out my Study Course and Practice Test at www.themovementsystem.com . In this episode we discuss program design variables and writing a strength and conditioning program from scratch. . We use an in season baseball mesocycle as an example and discuss sport specificity, volume, intensity, and more.
Jun 9, 2021 • 32min
Conditioning for Athletes | Metabolic Specificity
In this episode we discuss strategies for conditioning different athletes for specific sport demands. We discuss the exercise physiology involved as well as drills you may choose to do with basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, and wrestling athletes. Make sure you follow @themovementsystem on Instagram for follow-up info to this podcast. Check out www.themovementsystem.com for information about my CSCS Prep Course.
May 3, 2021 • 26min
Energy Systems Training | Adaptations from Interval, Endurance, and Power Training
In this episode we break down the physiological adaptations that athletes will gain from different forms of training. . We break down Anaerobic Training, Aerobic Training, Strength Training, Alactic Training, and Endurance Training adaptations and how different athletes benefit from each type of training. . Definitely check this one out if you are preparing for the NSCA CSCS Exam. . Check out The Movement System on Youtube and Instagram to learn more.
Feb 27, 2021 • 36min
Strength Training for Runners
In this episode we discuss the principles involved in making strength training decisions for runners. . Some of the things we get into include positional tolerance, tissue capacity, muscular endurance, neuromuscular adaptations and much more. . At the end of the video I break down some exercises that I recommend and some that may be over rated for runners. . If you could take a minute to leave a 5 star rating and a quick review of the podcast it would be greatly appreciated!
Feb 8, 2021 • 32min
CSCS Prep: Strength and Conditioning for Basketball
In this episode, you'll learn about the needs of a basketball athlete and how to design a strength and conditioning program for a basketball player. . Follow @themovementsystem on IG to learn more . Studying for the CSCS Exam? Check out the Strength and Conditioning Study Course on www.themovementsystem.com
Dec 15, 2020 • 60min
Talking about Movement with Ryan DeBell from Movement Fix
In this episode, guest Ryan DeBell from Movement Fix discusses his thoughts on movement assessment, programming, and life. . What are the movement challenges that we face as humans? . How do we as coaches and trainers make connections with our clients to address fundamental movement needs? . This episode capitalizes on Ryan's experience over the past decade learning and teaching people about movement.
Nov 15, 2020 • 27min
Training for Muscle Hypertrophy
In this episode we discuss the physiology and program design considerations for training for muscle hypertrophy. . We discuss the 3 Mechanisms of Muscle Hypertrophy Mechanical Tension, Metabolic Stress, and Muscle Damage and how to design programs to achieve these mechanisms. . We also discuss the volume and intensity considerations for powerlifting training, bodybuilding training, and hypertrophy for field sport athletes.
Oct 31, 2020 • 20min
Training the Strength Athlete
This episode cover the Physiology and Programming involved in Training the Strength Athlete . We go over a number of training adaptations including muscle hypertrophy and neuromuscular adaptations. . Make sure you check out The Movement System on Youtube and follow The Movement System on Instagram to learn more!
