Alexa Mellardo

Title: Freelance Writer, Editor and Content Strategist

Location: Greenwich, CT

Education: BSJ, Suffolk University

Expertise: Fitness, wellness, healthy living, food, and travel

Experience:

Alexa is a freelance writer, editor, and content strategist based in Greenwich, CT. She has over a decade of experience covering travel, lifestyle, home, food, fitness, and wellness. Her work has appeared in Business Insider, Parade, Men’s Journal, Allrecipes, Men’s Fitness, SheBuysTravel, Apartment Therapy, FamilyHandyman, Eat This, Not That!, and more. When she’s not writing, you’ll likely find Alexa at Pilates, hiking, designing her next tablescape, or jetting off on a getaway.

Articles by Alexa Mellardo

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6 Daily Moves To Improve Balance After 60

Reclaim your balance to maintain an active, independent life as you age.

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Bed Moves to Rebuild Core Strength

Everyday movement requires a strong, stable core.

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Help Strengthen Your Core After 60

Try these five trainer moves you can do at home, no gym needed.

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Hold a One-Leg Stand This Long After 60?

Can you balance on one leg after 60? A longevity expert shares the benchmark to beat.

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7 Home Leg Moves for Men Over 60

Strengthening your lower body is essential for staying in top shape as you age.

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4 Exercises Rebuild Core Strength Over 60

Building a strong, stable core helps you move with ease and confidence through daily life.

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Morning Moves to Restore Muscle After 60

Losing muscle after 60? Try these 5 doctor-recommended morning moves.

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5 Daily Leg Moves for Men After 60

Maintaining strong legs becomes even more essential as you age in order to stay independent.

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7-Minute Couch Core Routine After 60

Before kicking back, squeeze in this speedy workout from the comfort of your couch.

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5 Wall Exercises After 55

Building strong, stable knees is essential for daily functions.

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4 Standing Exercises To Build Balance Over 60

Maintaining balance is essential in order to reduce your risk of falls and injuries.

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5 Morning Moves To Rebuild Muscle After 60

Boost your muscle mass by adding these moves to your morning routine.

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6 Exercises Restore Posture After 60

Avoid back and neck discomfort by adding these morning moves to your routine.

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5 Chair Exercises After 60

Strong thighs can decrease your risk of falling and sustaining an injury.

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Can You Hold a Wall Sit This Long After 60?

This intense lower-body challenge is great for training your legs.

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Morning Routine to Restore Muscle After 60

Add these healthy morning habits to your routine.

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5 Standing Moves for Hip Strength After 60

Your hips deserve special TLC in your workouts.

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5 Bed Moves for Belly Overhang After 55

Bed-based exercises are surprisingly effective when it comes to melting unwanted belly fat.

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5 Daily Moves To Improve Balance After 60

Give your balance some much-needed TLC by adding these daily exercises to your routine.

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4 Standing Posture Exercises After 60

Give your posture a solid boost by adding these moves to your workout.

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Standing Moves to Restore Hip Strength

It’s important to actively train your hips with intention to keep them strong and capable.

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5 Chair Exercises After 60

The power of walking strength and speed shouldn’t go unnoticed.

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Can You Hold a Wall Sit After 50?

Put your lower-body fitness to the test with wall sits.

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10-Minute Knee Routine After 60

Consistency and control are the name of the game.

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6 Waist Exercises After 60

Getting rid of excess belly fat is essential for your overall health and well-being.

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Hip Strength After 60 (4 Bed Exercises)

Experts break down what makes bed workouts so effective.

5 Wall Exercises That Strengthen Inner Thighs Faster Than Gym Machines After 60

5 Wall Moves for Stronger Inner Thighs

Strong inner thighs play a crucial role in side-to-side stability and balance.

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4 Standing Posture Exercises After 60

Address slouched posture or “tech neck” by adding these exercises to your routine.

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5 Arm Exercises After 60

You can get your arms into shape from the comfort of home with these moves.

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5 Wall Exercises After 60

You can do these exercises from the comfort of your own home.

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