Ask Coach Rick Scarpulla

"Is Crossfit a good way to train to get into summer shape?" - Derek, 24, Cincinnati

"Is it better to use light weight for high reps or heavy weight for low reps?" -- Tyrone, 23, Wichita

I've read articles stating cardio should be done before weights but some people swear it should be done after. Which is correct? -- Telly, 24, Nevada In my opinion, too many people take a candy ass approach to training and that is why we have gyms full of men who lift like girls...

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...

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 you for or against working with a personal trainer? Is there anything I should look for in a personal trainer if I decide to hire one? -- Farley, 22, Scottsdale, AZ

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

"I've heard free weights are best but is there any benefit to using machines?" -- Todd, 23, NYC