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Pilates MAT Instructor Teacher Training: 5 Best Certifications for 2024

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

Pilates MAT Instructor Teacher Training: 5 Best Certifications for 2024

Pilates+ Mat Instructor Training by NOGA Movement

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A Very Berry Thanksgiving: Healthy Cranberry Recipes to Wow Your Holiday Table

Laurie Alfano

3 min read

A Very Berry Thanksgiving: Healthy Cranberry Recipes to Wow Your Holiday Table

Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants, especially polyphenols, which help combat oxidative stress and support a healthy immune system.

When Libra Falls: The Season of Stalemates and Charm

Laurie Alfano

8 min read

When Libra Falls: The Season of Stalemates and Charm

As Libra season unfolds, we find ourselves at a tantalizing crossroads: the allure of balance teeters on the edge of chaos. Is this a time..

The Mini-Moon 2024 PT5: A Temporary Guest with Big Vibes – Here’s What You Need to Know

Laurie Alfano

8 min read

The Mini-Moon 2024 PT5: A Temporary Guest with Big Vibes – Here’s What You Need to Know

Asteroid 2024 PT5 is like that one rare opportunity you almost missed, something brief, subtle, but significant.

Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Your Armor is in the Washing Machine

Laurie Alfano

12 min read

Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Your Armor is in the Washing Machine

Let’s talk about Mars in Cancer, September 4th, 2024, a transit placement that’s as paradoxical as it is powerful. As an astrologer with...

Full Moon Aquarius: Quantum Shifts for All 12 Signs

Laurie Alfano

6 min read

Full Moon Aquarius: Quantum Shifts for All 12 Signs

change is uncomfortable, and this Full Moon is here to push you into the unknown. We’re not talking about some bullshit “let go and let flow

10 Reasons Why Being a Pilates Instructor is the Best Job Ever (And Why You’re Secretly Everyone’s Hero)

Laurie Alfano

2 min read

10 Reasons Why Being a Pilates Instructor is the Best Job Ever (And Why You’re Secretly Everyone’s Hero)

Let’s face it—being a Pilates instructor is pretty amazing. You’re not just someone who teaches people how to work their core; you’re a...

Why I’m Not Following You (or Your 10 Million Friends) – And Why That’s a Good Thing

Laurie Alfano

3 min read

Why I’m Not Following You (or Your 10 Million Friends) – And Why That’s a Good Thing

Let’s get one thing straight: I’m not a follower. No, really—I mean it in the quantum sense. You know, the one that’s all about vibes,...

The Demon Star: Navigating Mars, Uranus, and Algol's Explosive Conjunction

Laurie Alfano

4 min read

The Demon Star: Navigating Mars, Uranus, and Algol's Explosive Conjunction

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This week, the stage is set for a powerful and potentially explosive alignment as Mars and Uranus, two planets that are notoriously...

Plan Big: Rare New Moon in Gemini and Double Full Moons in Capricorn

Laurie Alfano

4 min read

Plan Big: Rare New Moon in Gemini and Double Full Moons in Capricorn

The New Moon in Gemini, occurring on June 6th, 2024, is not just another lunar event. It marks the beginning of new opportunities, fresh...

Shadow Work 102: Confronting Inner Shadows with Neptune Opposite Lilith

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

Shadow Work 102: Confronting Inner Shadows with Neptune Opposite Lilith

We are called to confront the illusions and deceptions within ourselves and the world around us.

The Venus Star Point: Your Guide to Transformation and Growth

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

The Venus Star Point: Your Guide to Transformation and Growth

The Venus Star Point is like a magical meeting between Venus and the Sun in the sky. This special event happens about every 9.5 months...

Libra Lunar Eclipse: March 25, 2024- A Wake-Up Call

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

Libra Lunar Eclipse: March 25, 2024- A Wake-Up Call

As we steamroll through Aries season, the stage is set for a seismic shift with the Libra Lunar Eclipse—our first since 1987. This isn't...

Real Talk on Social Media: Growth, Authenticity, and the Quest for Relevance

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

Real Talk on Social Media: Growth, Authenticity, and the Quest for Relevance

In our digital age, social media is a powerful tool for connection, inspiration, and even education. It's fascinating to see how it...

Pilates Enthusiast vs. Instructor: The Journey of Pilates Instructor Training

Laurie Alfano

4 min read

Pilates Enthusiast vs. Instructor: The Journey of Pilates Instructor Training

We've all been there – as enthusiasts, we start by loving Pilates classes, reveling in every stretch and core-crushing move. And then,...

March Matness 2024 Inspires Pilates Instructors!

Laurie Alfano

4 min read

March Matness 2024 Inspires Pilates Instructors!

March brings a unique buzz to the Pilates community, marking the annual celebration known as March Matness. It's a time when Pilates...

Uranus Direct 2024 in Taurus - Navigate the Unpredictable with Innovation and Stability

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

Uranus Direct 2024 in Taurus - Navigate the Unpredictable with Innovation and Stability

On January 27, 2024 we're stepping into a unique astrological phase – Uranus is direct, and for the first time in a while, all planets...

Paradise or Pilates? The Vacation Encounter You Won't Believe!

Laurie Alfano

2 min read

Paradise or Pilates? The Vacation Encounter You Won't Believe!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)

Once upon a sunny day in the Florida Keys, I, a dedicated health and fitness enthusiast and a seasoned Pilates instructor, found myself...

Tech Rebels: Navigating Cybersecurity – A Guide to Avoiding Scams

Laurie Alfano

2 min read

Tech Rebels: Navigating Cybersecurity – A Guide to Avoiding Scams

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)

Hello, Tech Rebels! Today, we're diving into an essential topic for everyone, but especially for older adults - cybersecurity, avoiding...

Deliciously Healthy Avocado Tacos: The Ultimate Taco Tuesday Makeover!

Laurie Alfano

3 min read

Deliciously Healthy Avocado Tacos: The Ultimate Taco Tuesday Makeover!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)

Hello, Food Lovers! Are you a taco enthusiast who's always on the lookout for a healthier yet mouthwatering twist to your favorite dish?...

Choose Your Thoughts: A Manifestor's Journey

Laurie Alfano

2 min read

Choose Your Thoughts: A Manifestor's Journey

There was a time when I used to always say, "I can't." Not that I truly couldn't, it was more of a sarcastic habit, a funny quirk that I...

The Ultimate Shift: Mars and Pluto in Capricorn

Laurie Alfano

5 min read

The Ultimate Shift: Mars and Pluto in Capricorn

Welcome to a pivotal moment in the celestial calendar. As we navigate through the significant astrological shifts brought on by Mars in...

From Wine to Wellness: How Rosé-Tinted Glasses™ Transformed My Health Journey

Laurie Alfano

3 min read

From Wine to Wellness: How Rosé-Tinted Glasses™ Transformed My Health Journey

Hey everyone! As a health and fitness coach, I'm constantly exploring ways to enhance our wellness journey, both personally and for my...

Flipping the Mat: My Journey with Reverse Teaching in Pilates

Laurie Alfano

2 min read

Flipping the Mat: My Journey with Reverse Teaching in Pilates

As a Pilates teacher trainer, one of the most rewarding aspects of my role is watching students practice and guiding them to refine their...

Pluto in Aquarius (2024-2044): Radical Change for Every Zodiac Sign

Laurie Alfano

8 min read

Pluto in Aquarius (2024-2044): Radical Change for Every Zodiac Sign

As the cosmos align, we stand on the threshold of a profound shift in our collective destiny. Pluto, the harbinger of transformation and...