Rick Scarpulla, the creator of The Ultimate Athlete Training Program, is a highly sought-after and renowned strength, speed and conditioning coach who works in developing top high school, college and professional athletes and programs throughout North America. You can follow him on Facebook and on Twitter.
Rick Scarpulla
‘Is P90X Better Than the Gym?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
A couple of my friends swear by the P90X program. Is it worth trying or is it better to go to a gym? -- Tim, 28, Pottsville, PA
P90X and programs like it are good all around fitness programs and are fine if you are just looking to get "into shape" so to speak...
‘How Do I Train Like an MMA Fighter?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
Every MMA fighter is in sick shape! Is it possible to train and be as strong as an MMA fighter and skip the part where I've got to get my brain's punched in by another guy? -- Dave, 23, Iowa
‘Are Ab Exercises the Most Effective Way to Lose My Gut?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
I spend a good amount of time in the gym doing crunches and ab work. Are abdominal exercises the most effective way to lose my extra gut? It doesn't seem to be working -- Brian, 21, Austin, TX
‘How Do I Maximize My Limited Gym Time?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
Because of work and family I'm getting to the gym at most 2 or 3 times a week. What is the most efficient way to train if I don’t have much time to get to the gym. -- Tyler, 29, El Paso
‘Why Can’t I Get Any Stronger?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
I feel like I've hit a plateau in all of my lifting -- especially my bench press. I can't get past certain weights and I've tried everything. Is it possible that I just can't get any stronger? -- Tim, 23, Fresno, California
Everyone, regardless of age or gender, can ALWAYS get stronger...