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EXOS PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST FINAL
EXAM ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND COMPLETE
UPDATE WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS –
ASSURES PASS
Course: Applied Human Performance & Elite Athlete Conditioning
Subject: Strength & Conditioning / Performance Training
Description:
This comprehensive exam evaluates mastery of EXOS human performance methodology,
including movement preparation, corrective strategies, speed and power development, strength
systems, regeneration, and applied coaching. Questions assess the candidate’s understanding of
biomechanics, program design, neuromuscular principles, training progressions, communication
strategies, and practical application of the EXOS four pillars: Mindset, Nutrition, Movement,
and Recovery. This final exam simulates real-world performance-specialist responsibilities by
integrating scenario-based decisions, data interpretation, and advanced coaching techniques
across 200 multiple-choice questions delivered in structured parts.
1. Which EXOS pillar focuses on establishing athlete intent, self-awareness,
and readiness to learn?
A. Movement
B. Mindset
C. Recovery
D. Nutrition
Answer: B
Rationale: The Mindset pillar emphasizes psychological readiness, focus, and
establishing intent for optimal training outcomes.
2. During Movement Preparation, which phase emphasizes increasing core
temperature and tissue extensibility?
A. Pillar Preparation
B. Neural Activation
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C. Movement Skills
D. Physiology Prep
Answer: D
Rationale: The physiology phase increases temperature, blood flow, and mobility
to prepare tissues for training.
3. Which exercise best targets Pillar Strength?
A. Lateral shuffle
B. Dead bug
C. Pogos
D. A-skip
Answer: B
Rationale: Dead bug builds trunk stability and lumbo-pelvic control, key
components of Pillar Strength.
4. What is the primary objective of Tier 1 Speed sessions?
A. Aerobic conditioning
B. Maximal velocity development
C. Technical rehearsal
D. Low-intensity mechanics
Answer: B
Rationale: Tier 1 is highest priority and focuses on high-intensity speed outputs
and mechanics.
5. A client with limited ankle dorsiflexion during squats would benefit MOST
from which corrective?
A. Hip flexor stretch
B. Tibialis anterior strengthening
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C. Calf soft-tissue work and mobility
D. Thoracic rotation drills
Answer: C
Rationale: Limited dorsiflexion often stems from tight or restricted calf tissues
and joint mobility limitations.
6. In the EXOS training system, what does the term “acceleration” primarily
refer to?
A. Ability to maintain top speed
B. Rate of force development during initial strides
C. Aerobic threshold improvement
D. Change of direction ability
Answer: B
Rationale: Acceleration is about producing force rapidly during the first steps to
overcome inertia.
7. Movement Preparation typically lasts:
A. 2–4 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 8–12 minutes
D. 25 minutes
Answer: C
Rationale: Movement Prep should be short, efficient, and purpose-driven, lasting
8–12 minutes.
8. Which cue BEST promotes front-side sprint mechanics?
A. “Push the ground away behind you.”
B. “Drive your knee and foot up together.”
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C. “Land with a stiff leg.”
D. “Look down at your feet.”
Answer: B
Rationale: Front-side mechanics emphasize thigh lift and proper limb cycling
for efficient sprinting.
9. The EXOS performance model classifies training into four key areas.
Which is NOT one of them?
A. Movement
B. Nutrition
C. Regeneration
D. Cardiovascular endurance
Answer: D
Rationale: EXOS pillars are Mindset, Nutrition, Movement, and Recovery
(Regeneration).
10. In the Performance Pyramid, stability is developed BEFORE strength
because:
A. Strength automatically improves stability
B. Stability ensures safe loading and joint control
C. Stability takes longer to develop
D. Strength is only relevant for advanced athletes
Answer: B
Rationale: Stability provides the foundation for safe, efficient, and sustainable
strength training.
11. Which assessment best identifies lumbo-pelvic stability deficits?
EXOS PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST FINAL
EXAM ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND COMPLETE
UPDATE WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS –
ASSURES PASS
Course: Applied Human Performance & Elite Athlete Conditioning
Subject: Strength & Conditioning / Performance Training
Description:
This comprehensive exam evaluates mastery of EXOS human performance methodology,
including movement preparation, corrective strategies, speed and power development, strength
systems, regeneration, and applied coaching. Questions assess the candidate’s understanding of
biomechanics, program design, neuromuscular principles, training progressions, communication
strategies, and practical application of the EXOS four pillars: Mindset, Nutrition, Movement,
and Recovery. This final exam simulates real-world performance-specialist responsibilities by
integrating scenario-based decisions, data interpretation, and advanced coaching techniques
across 200 multiple-choice questions delivered in structured parts.
1. Which EXOS pillar focuses on establishing athlete intent, self-awareness,
and readiness to learn?
A. Movement
B. Mindset
C. Recovery
D. Nutrition
Answer: B
Rationale: The Mindset pillar emphasizes psychological readiness, focus, and
establishing intent for optimal training outcomes.
2. During Movement Preparation, which phase emphasizes increasing core
temperature and tissue extensibility?
A. Pillar Preparation
B. Neural Activation
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C. Movement Skills
D. Physiology Prep
Answer: D
Rationale: The physiology phase increases temperature, blood flow, and mobility
to prepare tissues for training.
3. Which exercise best targets Pillar Strength?
A. Lateral shuffle
B. Dead bug
C. Pogos
D. A-skip
Answer: B
Rationale: Dead bug builds trunk stability and lumbo-pelvic control, key
components of Pillar Strength.
4. What is the primary objective of Tier 1 Speed sessions?
A. Aerobic conditioning
B. Maximal velocity development
C. Technical rehearsal
D. Low-intensity mechanics
Answer: B
Rationale: Tier 1 is highest priority and focuses on high-intensity speed outputs
and mechanics.
5. A client with limited ankle dorsiflexion during squats would benefit MOST
from which corrective?
A. Hip flexor stretch
B. Tibialis anterior strengthening
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C. Calf soft-tissue work and mobility
D. Thoracic rotation drills
Answer: C
Rationale: Limited dorsiflexion often stems from tight or restricted calf tissues
and joint mobility limitations.
6. In the EXOS training system, what does the term “acceleration” primarily
refer to?
A. Ability to maintain top speed
B. Rate of force development during initial strides
C. Aerobic threshold improvement
D. Change of direction ability
Answer: B
Rationale: Acceleration is about producing force rapidly during the first steps to
overcome inertia.
7. Movement Preparation typically lasts:
A. 2–4 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 8–12 minutes
D. 25 minutes
Answer: C
Rationale: Movement Prep should be short, efficient, and purpose-driven, lasting
8–12 minutes.
8. Which cue BEST promotes front-side sprint mechanics?
A. “Push the ground away behind you.”
B. “Drive your knee and foot up together.”
, 4|Page
C. “Land with a stiff leg.”
D. “Look down at your feet.”
Answer: B
Rationale: Front-side mechanics emphasize thigh lift and proper limb cycling
for efficient sprinting.
9. The EXOS performance model classifies training into four key areas.
Which is NOT one of them?
A. Movement
B. Nutrition
C. Regeneration
D. Cardiovascular endurance
Answer: D
Rationale: EXOS pillars are Mindset, Nutrition, Movement, and Recovery
(Regeneration).
10. In the Performance Pyramid, stability is developed BEFORE strength
because:
A. Strength automatically improves stability
B. Stability ensures safe loading and joint control
C. Stability takes longer to develop
D. Strength is only relevant for advanced athletes
Answer: B
Rationale: Stability provides the foundation for safe, efficient, and sustainable
strength training.
11. Which assessment best identifies lumbo-pelvic stability deficits?
