The Exercise Selection Matrix: A System for Personalizing Programs at Scale
"Assessment gives us great insights into the client's ability to do work over a 10-minute time frame relative to their body weight, aerobic ability, ability to pace and sustain work, response to energy system work, and insights into their essence." - James FitzGerald
Every client is unique, but creating truly personalized programs shouldn't consume hours of your day. OPEX's assessment-based approach, combined with systematic exercise selection, allows coaches to scale personalization efficiently while maintaining program quality.
The Assessment Foundation
"Assess, don't guess. Why? Because assessment offers you the truth... Clients love the truth too because they get to see what you do is personalized and they're on the right path." - James FitzGerald
OPEX Assessment Framework:
OPEX Body
Body composition analysis
Lean mass vs fat mass
Metabolic indicators
OPEX Move
Movement pattern assessment
Core competency evaluation
Mobility screening
OPEX Work
Work capacity measurement
Energy system evaluation
Recovery assessment
Translating Assessment to Exercise Selection
Exercise Selection Matrix:
Movement Pattern
Squat
Bend
Lunge
Push
Pull
Core
Training Priority
Motor Control
Strength Endurance
Maximum Contractions
Client Capability
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Implementation Framework
Phase 1: Assessment Setup
Standardize assessment process
Document baseline metrics
Establish reassessment schedule
CoachRx feature: Assessment tracking tools
Phase 2: Exercise Library Organization
Categorize by movement pattern
Tag by training priority
Filter by client capability
CoachRx feature: Smart tagging system
Phase 3: Program Design Integration
Template creation
Progression mapping
Variance planning
CoachRx feature: Program templates
Case Study - From Generic to Genuinely Personal
Meet Tom R., OPEX CCP Coach: Before:
60 minutes per program design
Generic exercise selection
Limited progression tracking
Inconsistent results
After implementing systematic selection:
20 minutes per program design
Assessment-based selection
Clear progression pathways
Consistent client progress
Key Strategies:
Assessment Integration
Standardized testing protocols
Regular reassessment schedule
Data-driven decision making
Progress tracking automation
Exercise Library Management
Movement pattern organization
Training priority classification
Capability level tagging
Quick filtering system
Program Design Process
Template foundation
Individual customization
Progression mapping
Results tracking
Client Education
Assessment explanation
Progress communication
Goal alignment
Expectation setting
Action Steps
Download Free Exercise Selection Matrix Guide
Assessment framework
Selection criteria
Implementation steps
Progress tracking
Access Free Resources
Exercise library templates
Assessment protocols
Program design guides
Progress tracking tools
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Configure progress monitoring
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