Andres Mercado Coach

About Me

Growing up I was always the shy quiet kid, because of this I was bullied quite a bit. I never really fit in. Then, in middle school my parents signed me up for TaeKwonDo to help with my confidence, self esteem, and to learn self defense. Not only did I find a passion for martial arts, but for fitness as well! Since then, I have always stayed active in some sense, from cardio, to body building, or just playing sports with friends on the weekends. Martial arts not only gave me the confidence to stand up for myself, but allowed me to be myself without fear of judgment from others! It has also shown me respect and discipline. I also have to thank my dad for my work ethic, watching him work his glutes off to provide for my family and self. I watched him start as a strawberry picker and move up the corporate ladder which has truly been inspiring to me.

Ideal date

Sushi with my wife, grabbing dessert after (a cookie for me and ice cream for my wife) sit in our car with the heater on and enjoy each other’s company!

On my days off I…

I like to relax, watch reruns of Avatar The Last Airbender. Get in a little work out, nothing crazy so I can still enjoy my day. Go out and eat lunch or dinner with my wife, and come back to my pup and three cats.

Favorite quote

“Never half-ass two things. Whole-ass one thing” -Ron Swanson

Favorite Cheat Meal

Double Double, well done fries, an Arnold palmer, and brownies for dessert!

Best Advice you’re ever received

“The only way out is through” this piece of advice has helped me through my darkest days.

Ideal dinner guest

Uncle Iroh (Avatar the Last Airbender)

Go to Karaoke song

No Me Queda Mas -Selena