EXOS
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Health and wellness, Performance training |
| Predecessor | Athletes' Performance, Inc. |
| Founded | 1999 in Tempe, Arizona, United States |
| Founder | Mark Verstegen |
| Headquarters | Phoenix, Arizona , United States |
Area served | United States (Phoenix, Frisco, Carson, Carlsbad, Gulf Breeze, Raleigh, Cary) |
Key people | Mark Verstegen (Founder) |
| Products | Training and nutrition programs, Corporate wellness services |
Number of employees | 1000–5000 |
| Parent | EXOS Human Capital LLC |
Exos is a U.S.-based performance enterprise established in 1999 by Mark Verstegen, with its main office located in Phoenix, Arizona. Renowned for its evidence-based methodology, Exos delivers specialized training and nutrition programs aimed at both high-level athletes and corporate wellness sectors. The company's growth included the 2014 acquisition of Medifit Corporate Services, which broadened its nationwide corporate wellness capabilities.
Exos maintains exclusive training centers in strategic locations such as Phoenix, Arizona; Fieldhouse USA in Frisco, Texas; StubHub Center in Carson, California; the SKLZ headquarters in Carlsbad, California; and the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Furthermore, it offers services in Raleigh and Cary, North Carolina through a collaboration with Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic.
Employing between 1,000 and 5,000 staff members and generating annual revenues estimated from $100 million to $500 million, EXOS Human Capital LLC competes with companies like Plus One Health Management, Health Fitness, and Aquila LTD. Its business approach emphasizes combining scientific performance principles with tailored training solutions to sustain a competitive edge within the health and wellness industry.
The organization originated as Athletes' Performance, Inc. in Tempe, Arizona in 1999 under the leadership of Mark Verstegen. That same year, it formed a partnership with Adidas.
2001–2008
In 2001, API inaugurated its facility in Tempe, Arizona and introduced a preparation program for the NFL Combine. Two years later, it launched a second site in Carson, California, dedicated to athletes involved in soccer, tennis, cycling, and track and field disciplines.
Founder Mark Verstegen released his debut book Core Performance in 2004. By 2005, API was collaborating with the Germany national football team ahead of the 2006 World Cup and initiated cooperation with the United States Military in 2006. In 2008, the company unveiled its CPRO and CPESD product lines and teamed up with adidas miCoach to drive innovation. From its inception through 2008, more than 25 first-round NFL draft selections trained at API—including eight first-rounders each in both the 2005 and 2006 drafts.
To enhance rehabilitation and performance offerings, a fourth facility was opened in Gulf Breeze, Florida in 2007.
2009–2017
Core Performance introduced its inaugural Corporate Performance Center with Google in 2009. EXOS earned recognition as Fast Company’s "Most Innovative Company in Sports" in 2011, while its Arizona training location was ranked among premier luxury fitness centers. In 2012, EXOS supported the preparation of 60 medalists from the London Olympics—including 24 gold medalists—and trained 14 first-round NFL draft picks. The company also played a role in LA Galaxy’s back-to-back MLS Cup championships.
On December 18, 2014, EXOS expanded its corporate wellness portfolio by acquiring MediFit Corporate Services Inc.
On April 20, 2017, EXOS renewed its strategic partnership with Adidas through 2021 to strengthen product innovation and market expansion efforts.