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
‘Am I Wasting My Time Working Out on Machines?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
"I've heard free weights are best but is there any benefit to using machines?" -- Todd, 23, NYC
‘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...
‘Do I Have to Work Out My Legs?’ — Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla
I hate to work legs. I find it so boring. Do I really have to?