Melissa Mercado Strength & Conditioning Secrets: Coaching Cues, TeamBuildr, and College Football #43

In this episode, I sit down with Melissa, Tactical Manager at TeamBuildr and General Manager of TeamBuildr Practice. With over five years of experience as a Tactical Strength and Conditioning Coach, Melissa brings knowledge from her work at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Wounded Warrior Battalion-East, and the School of Infantry-East.We dive deep into one of the most important aspects of training cues. Melissa shares how the right cues can shape performance, improve movement patterns, and benefit lifters at every level. We also discuss her role at TeamBuildr, her path through strength and conditioning, and her passion for college football.Melissa’s journey from internships at Radford, VCU, and Clemson to her current leadership roles is a powerful example of dedication to athletes and tactical populations. We also touch on her love for heavy lifting, sunrise runs, and cheering on her Steelers and Clemson Tigers.If you’re an athlete, coach, or someone looking to get stronger, this episode is packed with insights you can immediately apply in your training.https://www.teambuildr.com/