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The Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement

In-depth knowledge of how the body moves and functions.

The Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement course shifts the focus from static knowledge to dynamic application. Instead of simply learning where a muscle is, you’ll explore how it functions within real-life movement, how joints interact, and how the nervous system influences performance.

 

• Access the course with a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
• Videos and interactive content designed for a proven learning experience.

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Most anatomy courses still teach the body as a list of muscles to memorize—origins, insertions, and isolated actions. But real human movement isn’t about memorization. It’s about integration, context, and understanding how everything works together in motion.

What truly sets this course apart is the powerful combination of Dr. Matt Casturo’s clear, practical explanations and the 3D animations by Muscle and Motion. These visuals don’t just illustrate anatomy, they bring it to life.

 

Course Procedure

• Enroll in the course.
• View the course content.
• Take the test. (You must score 80% to pass)
• Print your certificate of completion by Muscle and Motion

The Anatomy &Biomechanics of Movement

Frequently Asked Questions

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This course is designed for personal trainers, physiotherapists, fitness trainers, coaches, and movement therapists. Join thousands of professionals who are redefining their approach to movement science.

• Personal Trainers
• Sports Coaches and Fitness Instructors
• Physical Therapists
• Sports Science Students
• Rehabilitation Specialists
• Dance Instructors
• Martial Arts Trainers
• Occupational Therapists
• Yoga and Pilates Instructors
• Individuals Seeking Knowledge of Movement Anatomy

This course teaches more than facts–it teaches you how to think critically, assess movement with purpose, and make smarter coaching and rehab decisions. If you want to bridge the gap between theory and practice and truly master the science of movement, this course is your next step.

 

• Learn to adjust training stress based on nervous system load: a back squat may stimulate more neural drive than a leg extension, but sometimes, the lighter load is the right choice.

• Know when to adjust movement complexity, reducing or increasing it as needed, based on client readiness, fatigue, or injury history.

• Understand how stiffness can protect–but also limit: You’ll learn how to identify chronic areas of tension (e.g., stiff peroneals post-ankle sprain) and how to address them with the right blend of mobility and strength training.

• Think locally and globally: Understand how a cue like “chest up” can lead to lumbar extension, while “exhale and reach” might promote cleaner scapular motion. You’ll gain the tools to see the whole picture and adjust with precision.

 

• Enroll in the course.
• View the course content.
• Take the test. (Score 80% to pass. If you do not pass, you may retake the test.)
• Print your certificate of completion by Muscle and Motion

 

This Course Includes: 

• Full lifetime access
• Access with a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

The number of hours of video content included in each course varies depending on the course.

 

Functional Training Anatomy – 3 hours and 30 minutes

Anterior Knee Pain – 3 hours and 47 minutes

The Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement – 3 hours

Course Content

• Course Introduction and Biomechanics Basics
• Movement Chains, Contraction Types, and Planes of Motion
• Anatomical Movements and Terminology
• Upper Body – Shoulders and Arms Muscles
• Upper Body – Chest, Upper Back, and Scapular Muscles
• Core and Trunk Muscles
• Thigh and Hip Muscles
• Hip Adductors and Lower Leg Muscles
• Upper Body Functional Patterns – Pressing and Pulling
• Lower Body Functional Patterns – Hip Hinge, Squat, Lunge, and Rotation
• Advanced Biomechanics – Gait, Plyometrics, and Performance Optimization
• Training Methodology – A Holistic Biomechanics Approach

24/7 Online Access

Access the online course with a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

You can access our online courses 24/7 from any internet-connected device. Work at your own pace and apply what you learn right away.

Yep! 30% Off for current subscribers.

For our app subscribers, it doesn’t matter if you have an active subscription to all our apps or only to one of our apps. As long as your subscription is active, you get 30% Off the regular price.

 

How to get the discount?

Contact us at sales@muscleandmotion.com with the name of the app you subscribe to, and ask for the 30% discount code for our online courses.

We will reply to you back ASAP.

There are no prerequisites or requirements to enroll in our online courses.

All you need to do is to enroll in the course, sit on your chair, lean back, and watch the screen… Sit tight in your chair because our animations will blow your mind 🙂

Online Courses:

At present, our online courses are available exclusively in English.
However, we are working hard to support other languages by adding subtitles. (Coming Soon with subtitles in Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian, and Korean)

Apps:

(Strength Training, Anatomy, Posture, Yoga)
Our apps support five different languages:

English
Spanish
Portuguese
Russian
German

Once you enter one of our apps, on the signup and/or log-in pages, you will see an icon to choose your language. If you are already in the app, go to the main menu > profile > choose a language.

 

*We are working on adding more languages to all of our apps.

Korean- Coming Soon

Of course!

A certificate of completion by Muscle and Motion will be provided to each participant upon completion of the course.

Please note, in order to get a certification at the end of our online courses, you must score between 70% to 80% to pass (It varies between the courses).
If you do not pass the final test, you may retake the test:)

When enrolling in Muscle and Motion online courses, you get continuing education credits/units from several different institutions, equivalent to time spent in hours devoted to maintaining education and knowledge in the fitness field.

 

When enrolling in our “Functional Training Anatomy” online course, you get:

 

When enrolling in our “Anterior Knee Pain” online course, you get:

When enrolling in our “Anatomy and Biomechanics of Movement” online course, you get:

  • NASM – We are on it.
  • AFAA – We are on it.
  • NCSF – We are on it.
  • ISSA – 20.00 CEUs
  • CIMSPA– We are on it.

 

We are working with other relevant authorities to approve our courses and award CEUs at the end of each online course.

Who is this Course For?

Most anatomy courses still teach the body as a list of muscles to memorize—origins, insertions, and isolated actions. But real human movement isn’t about memorization. It’s about integration, context, and understanding how everything works together in motion.

This course teaches more than facts–it teaches you how to think critically, assess movement with purpose, and make smarter coaching and rehab decisions. If you want to bridge the gap between theory and practice and truly master the science of movement, this course is your next step.

 

• Personal Trainers & Coaches
• Strength & Conditioning Coaches
• Athletic Trainers
• Yoga and Pilates instructors
• Physical Therapists
• Movement Specialists
• Fitness Enthusiasts

Human Movement Mastery

 

A Snippet Of The Course Content

 

Preview

Lower Body Functional Patterns

This module focuses on essential lower body movement patterns: the hip hinge, squat, lunge, and trunk rotation. You’ll learn how the glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, and core muscles coordinate to produce efficient, stable movement and how to correct common movement faults for better performance and reduced injury risk.

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Advanced Biomechanics

This module explores advanced biomechanics critical for improving running mechanics, reducing injury risk, and enhancing athletic performance. You’ll explore the gait cycle, plyometric principles, late-stance hip mechanics, core rotation, and foot strike optimization.

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Instructors

Dr. Matt Casturo

Matt Casturo, DPT, CSCS

 

This unique online course was created by Matt Casturo, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, to improve your understanding of human movement and make the world stronger. Matt received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The Ohio State University in 2021, and his Bachelors in Exercise Science from The Ohio State University in 2017.

 

Click here to read more about Dr. Matt Casturo

 

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Muscle and Motion is one of the most complete resources on muscular and anatomical dynamics in the world!

With thousands of hours of detailed 3D animated videos of muscle functions and movement, our apps and courses help anatomy students, educators, personal trainers, athletes, fitness coaches, and fitness enthusiasts enhance their knowledge of muscle movement.

Today, Muscle and Motion offers a range of apps and online courses helping both professionals and enthusiasts in the sports, health, and fitness spheres in over 100 countries worldwide.

 

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What’s Inside the Course?

Course Introduction and Biomechanics Basics

Course Introduction and Biomechanics Basics

In this module, you will build a strong foundation for understanding human movement. We’ll introduce the purpose and goals of the course, explain why functional anatomy matters, and explore the basics of biomechanics—the science of how forces interact with the body. You’ll learn the difference between structure (anatomy) and motion (biomechanics) and how form dictates function.

Movement Chains, Contraction Types, and Planes of Motion

Movement Chains, Contraction Types, and Planes of Motion

This module deepens your understanding of how different movement patterns and muscle actions shape human performance. You’ll explore open vs. closed kinetic chain exercises, how contraction types and movement planes influence strength and stability, and master key concepts for analyzing movement, designing training programs, and enhancing rehabilitation outcomes.

Anatomical Movements and Terminology

Anatomical Movements and Terminology

This module introduces fundamental anatomical movement terms for analyzing and coaching human motion. You’ll learn key actions such as flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and internal and external rotation, and understand how they relate to different joints and planes of movement.

Upper Body

This module covers key upper body muscles, including the pectoralis major and minor, trapezius, rhomboids, latissimus dorsi, teres major, and serratus anterior.  You’ll explore the structure and function of the deltoid and rotator cuff muscles, their role in movement and joint stability, and how to optimize shoulder training through biomechanics.

Core and Trunk Muscles

Core and Trunk Muscles

In this module, we explore the major muscles of the core and trunk, including the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, obliques, erector spinae, and quadratus lumborum. You’ll learn how these muscles provide dynamic movement, resist unwanted motions, and transfer forces efficiently across the body.

Lower Body Functional Patterns

Lower Body Functional Patterns

This module focuses on essential lower body movement patterns: the hip hinge, squat, lunge, and trunk rotation. You’ll learn how the glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, and core muscles coordinate to produce efficient, stable movement and how to correct common movement faults for better performance and reduced injury risk.

Advanced Biomechanics

Advanced Biomechanics

This module explores advanced biomechanics critical for improving running mechanics, reducing injury risk, and enhancing athletic performance. You’ll explore the gait cycle, plyometric principles, late-stance hip mechanics, core rotation, and foot strike optimization.

Training Methodology

This final module presents a holistic biomechanics-based training philosophy integrating skeletal mechanics, neuromuscular control, and adaptive programming. You’ll learn how to assess client readiness, adjust exercises to individual needs, apply concepts like reciprocal inhibition, and design sustainable programs that build strength, stability, and mobility over time.

APPROVED BY

11
13
14
15.1
12
NSCA Approved Provider

Enroll now buton Coming Soon (July 2025)

The Anatomy &Biomechanics of Movement

Learning Objectives

* Understand how anatomy & form dictate functional movement, along with the difference between osteokinematics and arthrokinematics
* Apply biomechanics to dynamic human movement patterns
* How muscles function to enable joint congruency in addition to how they work together, which can help influence training & program design decisions
* Know the difference between muscle contraction types and the planes of motion the body can move through
* Learn muscle actions and exercise examples, including open & closed chain movements

 

 

Course Procedure

• Enroll in the course.
• View the course content.
• Take the test. (You must score 80% to pass)
• Print your certificate of completion by Muscle and Motion

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