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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4 Chair Exercises That Restore Leg Strength

Rebuild lost strength and muscle in your lower body with these simple chair moves.

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4 Moves That Prove You’re Stronger Than Your Age

An expert shares moves—and benchmarks—that signal top-notch strength after 50.

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5 Standing Exercises That Rebuild Muscle

Rebuild lost muscle with these easy standing moves that fire up your lower body.

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5 Chair Exercises to Build Strength After 50

These chair moves will seamlessly help you build muscle and strength.

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This Pushup Variation After 50 Signals Top-Tier Strength

This pushup variation keeps your core and hips engaged.

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4 Bed Exercises That Trim Belly Overhang After 60

Doing exercises from the comfort of your bed is a wise choice as you age.

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4 Daily Exercises to Stay Strong After 60

Build and maintain strength after 60 with these four seamless daily moves.

5 Bed Exercises That Flatten Lower Belly Pooch While You Wake Up After 60

5 Bed Exercises to Flatten Lower Belly After 60

Tighten and firm your lower abdominal region with these easy exercises you can do from bed.

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4 Simple Moves to Rebuild Muscle Faster After 60

Rebuild your supply of lean muscle—and maintain it—with these four simple moves.

This Many Lunges After 50 Means Top-Tier Legs

An expert breaks down why lower-body strength matters—especially as you age.

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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.

Senior Indian man doing forearm plank on a yoga mat outdoors, smiling and enjoying his fitness routine in the fresh morning air at Riverfront, Ahmedabad. Man is staying fit after 60 years of age.

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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