I’m Stefanie Carotenuto, M. Ed

Hi, I’m Stef Carotenuto, the founder of Luna Revival, where we believe in wellness in every phase of life. My journey into wellness began as a former teacher battling burnout, anxiety, and the pressures of a patriarchal society. Through movement. nutrition, and mindful living, I found a way to reclaim my health and peace, which led me to discover the infradian rhythm—a powerful tool that transformed my approach to self-care.

Now, I’m dedicated to helping others, especially those who menstruate, are pregnant, or are postpartum, find their own path to balance and vitality. At Luna Revival, we focus on nurturing your body and mind, empowering you to thrive at every stage of life.

Education

  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

  • Pre & Postnatal Fitness Trainer

  • Functional Trainer

  • Precision Nutrition Coach, L1

  • Masters Degree in Education

  • Pilates Instructor

Services

  • Personal Training

  • Nutrition Coaching

  • Workshop Facilitation

Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach

Hear From Our Community

  • LAUREN C.

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    I am so thankful I hired Stefanie to write a running program for me. I was gearing up to do my first long race in years, and I just wasn’t sure the right way to approach training given some lifestyle changes since my last race and some injuries. I wasn’t interested in doing a generic plan from the Internet because I wanted something specifically tailored to me. She is so knowledgeable about running and fitness and she even helped advise me with some nutrition and hydration suggestions and I couldn’t be happier with this whole experience. If you are on the fence about hiring her, don’t be! I’m really looking forward to working together again.

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  • ANDREA C.

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    Working with Stef was great!! I was pleasantly surprised at her broad holistic approach to physical wellness. She helped me construct a plan that fit my extremely variable schedule and considered factors often overlooked (such as menstrual cycle). I love her upbeat inclusive attitude and very neutral approach towards finding the right methods to achieving my weight goals. I would recommend her to anyone who is searching for a well-rounded fitness plan with soul and depth.

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  • ANNA V.

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    Stefanie is an exceptional coach who consistently brings thoughtful insight, thorough research, wisdom, and compassion to every coaching session. Under her guidance, my life has achieved a remarkable balance across various aspects, including nutrition, workout plans, and a holistic approach to overall well-being. Stefanie's positive enthusiasm and grounded advice have been instrumental in fostering both accountability and excitement, driving tangible changes in my life. I am immensely grateful for her contributions.

    Stefanie's feminist-centered and holistic approach to wellness has been a transformative force in my personal growth. Her unwavering enthusiasm, honesty, and support have created a safe space where I feel truly understood and motivated to take proactive steps towards my health goals. Her wealth of wisdom and ongoing support have instilled in me a sense of capability, strength, and empowerment. I am deeply appreciative of her nuanced advice, thoughtful nutrition ideas, and effective workout plans, all of which have significantly enhanced my life.

    Stefanie's enthusiasm and passion for supporting others on their health journeys radiate positivity and illuminates the world around her. She unwaveringly believes in her clients, holds them accountable, and serves as an unwavering support system every step of the way.

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“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation and that is an act of political warfare.” Audre Lorde

FAQs

Women & Burnout

Research shows that women are more susceptible to burnout than men.

Pregnancy

CONGRATS!!! Your pregnant. Now what? There is a lot of conflicting information, you want to make the best decisions to keep your baby safe while staying empowered and true to yourself. You might not be able to see your healthcare team as often as you’d like. Here’s a tip for ya gorgeous: you can and should move during pregnancy.

Menopause

Here’s the deal, you do not need to change how you exercise based solely on your age. You can and should build strength throughout your life. As your bone density declines with the privilege of aging, you can combat it with lifting heavy weights and jump training to create stronger, denser cells in your bones! At Luna Revival we provide you community, personalized support, and evidence based information to help you maintain your strength, connections, and confidence.

Neuroscience

Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to form new synapses. It’s how we learn. As an educator, I am fascinated by HOW and WHY we learn. At Luna Revival we interleave the power neuroplasticity, your individual goals forming new feelings, thoughts, and actions you take for yourself.

PMS

I am not going to tell you that if you eat a diet of beets, chestnuts, and clams during your menstrual phase then you will get rid of all your premenstrual syndrome symptoms. I am going to tell you that you can limit stress in your body throughout your cycle, which will make you more at ease throughout your 28(ish) day cycle.

Postpartum

If you have had a baby, you are postpartum. It doesn’t end 6 months after childbirth. The immediate postpartum period is a beautiful, stressful, transformative time where you can focus on rebuilding. At Luna Revival, you will never focus on bouncing back. Instead, you will focus on springing forward with newfound strength and a care team that supports your navigation of matrescence.

Nutrition

I know, I know, you KNOW what you need to do, but you’re just not doing it, right? That’s where we come in. Listen, you don’t need to white knuckle everything. Proper nutrition should be healthful, fun, and easy. Most times, we just need to get down to basics, set achievable goals, and be consistent.

Exercise

This sounds dumb, but it’s true. More is not more, consistency is consistency, and simple is not easy. With Luna Revival you will exercise because you love yourself and your body. You will push yourself and you will let yourself rest. You will stop spinning on a hamster wheel running and going no where. You will set and achieve realistic goals, you will see results, you will gain insights about your strength, and you will not workout to burn calories. You will workout with intention, focus, and joy.

Pillars

Restoration, empowerment, action with an everyday splash of sustainability. At Luna Revival, we will restore our homeostasis. You are getting torn in one hundred different directions, you are fitting your mind & body into a man’s world, you are trying and trying and it feels like the needle isn’t moving. Sometimes the best thing to do is stop, recollect, take a mental health day, and just REST. From there, you can take empowered action. You will embark on your journey understanding that you are not alone. When you feel well, so does your community.

Mantra

“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” -Audre Lorde

Connect with me

Let’s talk about what we can do together because you deserve it.