Alexa Mellardo

Title: Deputy Editor, Mind+Body and Weight Loss

Location: Greenwich, CT

Education: BSJ, Suffolk University

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

Experience:

"Alexa Mellardo is the Deputy Editor of Eat This, Not That!'s Mind+Body and Weight Loss sections. She has 9+ years of experience in the writing, managing, and editing worlds.

Alexa's career started in 2015 at Elite Daily, where she held many hats for six years, including the title of Experiences & Travel Editor. Since then, she worked at Static Media, where she assigned, edited, wrote, and published content across Tasting Table, Health Digest, House Digest, and Mashed. Now, Alexa spearheads the planning, production, building, and publishing of all stories within ETNT's Mind+Body and Weight Loss sections.

When she's not working, Alexa is likely traveling, stretching it out with some yoga, spending time with her adorable pups, sipping an espresso martini with her girlfriends, curling up with a good book, baking something delicious, or doing a home renovation project."

Articles by Alexa Mellardo

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People Are Doing 'Two-a-Day' Workouts for Better Results

A trainer breaks down everything you should know about two-a-day workouts.

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9 Best Floor Exercises for Seniors To Improve Strength

Boost strength and daily function with a fitness pro's best floor exercises.

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10 High-Protein Diet Tips for Weight Loss

Speed up your weight-loss efforts with a dietitian's go-to protein tips.

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How ‘Progressive Overload’ Can Boost Workout Results

Supercharge your productivity and results by working progressive overload training into your routine.

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The 15 Best Gifts for Runners

Run, don't walk, to scoop up these top gifts for the runner in your life.

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25 Best Ways To Lose Weight By Summer

Gear up for fun in the sun with these weight-loss tips.

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The Pros & Cons of a High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss

Is a high-protein diet right for your weight-loss goals? Experts break it down.

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Is Bodybuilder Tom Platz's Intense Leg Workout Safe?

The famous bodybuilder is known for his massive, muscular legs.

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10 Best High-Fiber Cereals for Weight Loss

Dietitians reveal their top high-fiber cereal picks to boost your weight-loss efforts.

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10 Best Exercises To Manage Arthritis

Regular exercise is key in managing and preventing arthritis.

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Here’s What Protein Powder Does To Your Waistline

A dietitian reveals how incorporating protein powder into your diet can impact belly fat.

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Here's How To Do the 'Stomach Vacuum' Exercise

This simple exercise can boost your core strength and digestion.

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40 Delicious Low-Calorie Recipes for Weight Loss

Our scrumptious recipes are low in calories and will help support your weight-loss efforts.

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Losing Weight vs. Losing Fat: What’s the Difference?

Experts reveal the key differences and which one you should focus on.

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The 30 Best Mother's Day Gifts to Buy

With Mother's Day coming up on Sunday, May 12, we've got you covered with the perfect gift ideas that range from pizza ovens to blenders to yoga mats.

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10 Foods You Shouldn't Avoid for Weight Loss

If you want to lose unwanted pounds, don't keep these items off your shopping list.

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Why Is 'Deloading' in a Fitness Routine So Important?

A personal trainer reveals everything to know about this crucial part of your fitness regimen.

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People Swear by 'Somatic Stretching' to Relieve Stress

Somatic stretching may be the new stress reliever you need in your life.

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Can Drinking Bone Broth Every Day Help You Lose Weight?

We have the tea, or shall we say the broth, on the weight-loss benefits of bone broth.

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10 Natural Ways To Boost Your Energy All Day Long

Feel like you've hit a brick wall? The Nutrition Twins share natural ways to give your energy a boost.

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What Is ‘Ozone Therapy’?

Experts break down this type of alternative medicine and whether it can help reduce chronic inflammation.

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A 63-Year-Old Yoga Instructor's 3 Moves for Better Mobility

Keep your body active and mobile in your 60s and beyond with a yogi's go-to exercises.

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The #1 Best Post-Workout Snack for Bigger Muscles

Fast-track muscle growth by adding this tasty snack to your routine.

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Costco Is Now Prescribing Ozempic & Other Weight-Loss Drugs

Here's everything to know so far about Costco's new weight-loss drug program.

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13 Foolproof Ways To Lose Stubborn Winter Weight Fast

Spring is almost in full bloom, so it's time to get your body into shape!

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6 Best Creatine Supplements

Consider trying these creatine supplements that trainers take themselves.

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The #1 Best Trader Joe's Snack for Weight Loss

A registered dietitian shares the best snack you'll find at Trader Joe's for weight loss.

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The #1 Best Costco Snack for Weight Loss

This weight-loss-friendly snack at Costco is a winner.

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I Did a 3-Day 'Reset' Cleanse: Here's My Honest Review

I tried Remedy Organics Reset cleanse to see what the hype is about surrounding cleanse culture.

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11 Best Snack Combinations for Faster Weight Loss

Boost your weight-loss efforts with these tasty snack combos.

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