Author Alyssa Sparacino

Alyssa Sparacino

Alyssa is an ACE-certified personal trainer, former Shape editorial director, as well as an editor, and writer with a focus on fitness, health, and wellness. Her work has been published online and in print for brands including Shape, Health, Fortune, What to Expect, Men’s Journal, Ask Men, Travel & Leisure, Chewy, and more. When she’s not writing or lifting weights, you can find her hiking, exploring, and eating with her husband and rescue dog.

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Alyssa Sparacino's Articles (23)

A man trying to stretch his quadratus lumborum at home using QL stretches and exercises like a seated side bend.

Stretching + Mobility

Cranky QL? These 9 Stretches and Exercises Can Help Release (and Reinforce) Your Lower Back

Man doing a Peloton Bike Bootcamp class as part of his weekly workout routine.

Strength Train

4 Key Elements That Belong In Every Weekly Workout Routine, and How to Put It All Together

Person checking heart rate for heart rate training

Health

How to Maximize Your Fitness with Heart Rate Training

Man practices a curtsy lunge exercise outdoors

Strength Train

This Lunge Variation Targets the Quads and Glutes. Here's How to Do It

Peloton instructor Kirra Michel demonstrates a side plank during a yoga class on the Peloton App

Sculpt

Why Side Planks Deserve More of Your Attention—and 8 Spicy Variations to Try

Man doing Tricep Dips in park

Strength Train

Target the Back of Your Arms with These 8 Effective Triceps Exercises