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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How Long to Hold a Plank After 50

Test your plank today and see how strong your core really is after 50.

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5 Standing Moves to Flatten Lower Belly Fast After 50

A fitness expert breaks down the best standing moves to fire up your lower belly and burn fat.

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6 Simple Moves That Keep You Strong After 60

Keep your body strong and healthy for years to come by weaving these exercises into your regular routine.

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3 Standing Moves That Firm Arm Jiggle After 45

Firm up arm jiggle after 45 with these 3 trainer-approved moves you can do anywhere.

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5 Standing Exercises for Neck and Jawline After 50

Define your neck and jawline with these easy standing exercises that strengthen and lift.

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5 Bodyweight Workouts for Men Over 50

Ditch the heavy weights for these seamless bodyweight moves.

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4 Standing Moves That Prove You’re Fit at 60

Performing these essential movement patterns will help you continue to lead an active, independent life.

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5 Chair Exercises That Shrink Belly Overhang After 55

Work your abs and slim down your midsection with these simple seated moves.

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5 Standing Exercises That Melt Belly Pooch

Get your abdomen into shape with these simple standing moves.

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5 Daily Exercises That Help You Feel Younger After 60

Boost your overall health and longevity by adding these essential exercises to your routine.

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5 Exercises Women Over 55 Should Do Every Day

A strong, resilient body encourages an active, independent lifestyle.

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6 Bodyweight Exercises That Fight Muscle Loss After 50

Stop muscle loss in its tracks with these seamless bodyweight moves.

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5 Daily Exercises That Rebuild Lost Muscle After 50

Build up your supply of lean muscle with these expert-approved daily moves.

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5-Minute Bedtime Routine That Builds Strength After 50

An evening workout can promote strength gains and a solid night’s rest.

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5 Daily Exercises That Build Real Strength After 50

Stay strong and independent after 50 with five daily moves that build everyday strength.

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4 Standing Moves That Prove You're Fit at 60

Standing exercises become more important than ever after turning 60.

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5 Bodyweight Moves That Sculpt Arms After 50

If you want to sculpt strong arms, swap out the free weights for these bodyweight moves.

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5 Chair Exercises To Tighten Sagging Arms After 55

Chair exercises can help address the dreaded arm sag that comes naturally with age.

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Can You Do This Many Squats After 50?

An expert shares the magic number of squats that signal solid lower-body strength.

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12-Minute Bodyweight Circuit To Build Muscle 55+

Build muscle and strength with this quick, 12-minute bodyweight routine.

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5 Standing Exercises That Shrink Belly Pooch After 50

Fire up your lower abs and melt dreaded “belly pooch” fat with these standing moves.

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4 Standing Moves That Firm Arm Jiggle After 45

Grab a pair of dumbbells and use these 4 standing moves to firm arm jiggle after 45.

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7 Quick Standing Moves That Beat Long Workouts

Skip the hour-long classes and use these fast standing moves to see more results after 45.

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7-Minute Standing Arm Routine After 50

Try this 7-minute standing routine to sculpt strong arms and feel more powerful after 50.

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4 Bodyweight Moves That Flatten Lower Belly After 45

Skip endless crunches and use these four simple moves to tighten stubborn lower belly fat.

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8-Minute Chair Routine That Builds Muscle After 60

Reclaim your muscle and strength with this seamless eight-minute chair workout.

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How Many Pushups Prove Top Strength After 45

An expert shares the magical number of pushups that signals top-notch upper-body strength.

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10-Minute Morning Routine That Tightens Your Waist

We have a workout you can perform in less time and achieve better results!

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5 Chair Moves That Shrink Belly Overhang Fast

This chair routine delivers real results for those looking to slim down their midsection.

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How Long to Hold a Plank for a Strong Core After 50

A fitness pro shares the ideal plank hold benchmark that indicates rock-solid core strength after 50.

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