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.
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Light Weight, High Reps or Heavy Weight, Low Reps — Which’s Better? — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
"Is it better to use light weight for high reps or heavy weight for low reps?" -- Tyrone, 23, Wichita
‘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