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You know a pilates and fitness instructor is legit when Rate Your Burn crowns them their Fashion Fitness Crush. Introducing, NYC’s favorite, Jenn Seracuse. Whether training Victoria’s Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio or professional athlete Tristan Thompson of the Cleveland Cavaliers or receiving awesome press from acclaimed fit publications and media outlets such as, Women’s Health, Glamour, Today Show, Jenn certainly knows what she’s doing.

Sweat in style with Jenn and schedule a one on one or session with her at Flex Studios. Reach her at 212-929-6106 or [email protected].

Be sure to follow her on IG @jennseracuse. All photos by Jay Sullivan

When I saw these pants I absolutely HAD to have them!  I bought them at Bandier, NYC’s Fit Fashion destination for all the smaller boutique brands out there, like Koral Activewear.

The top is also one of my favorites. It was made for spinning (which I wear it for a lot) but I love it for Pilates too.  I am so into the newer long line bras/crop tops that Lululemon is doing lately. Its such a flattering shape. Also the higher neck ensures that everything stays in place during all of our planking and piking.

I am running my first Half Marathon for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America in July!  More on that here… http://online.ccfa.org/site/TR?px=2820355&fr_id=4975&pg=personal

I usually choose my sports bras by “most fun strappy back” however that method hasn’t proven effective for running, so my gals at Lululemon recommended this All Sport Bra and I am in love!  It keeps things in place, but also has an awesome open back. Plus the material is soft and doesn’t rub anywhere. Of course I have to pair it with some super fun patterned leggings from VIMMIA.  They are a light 4 way compression so hold things in place on the move. Plus this design is just so rad!

When it comes to pants.. even though I love to branch out and try new things, you just can’t beat a pair of Wunder Unders. They just fit me the best and hug all the right places, so I have been ecstatic that Lulu has been coming out with all sorts of fun new colors and pattern beyond basic black. These are not for the shrinking violet, but what can I say, I like to stand out. ;)  The bra is from Lorna Jane.  Love the pattern and the fit!  I am also in love with my new Fitbit! I just got the new Surge to help track my running. I also love that it tracks my sleep. It’s so fun to geek out with!

This is pretty much what I look like on the street every day in the Spring and Fall. Backpack. Baseball Hat. Frye Boots. And these Teeki pants may be my all time favorite pattern... I always feel like a badass when I wear them!

If you know me, you know I LOVE a Muscle Tee. No sleeves are safe in my house… I have become a master shirt cutter.  I absolutely loved the Tiger on the front of this one. Not only because it reminds me of my Bengal Cats (yup crazy cat lady over here), but I just feel ferocious wearing it, like I can crush any workout!  And of course a Muscle T requires a super cool bra.  Thank god for the strappy Free To Be Wild from Lululemon.  I have multiple colors of this bra, because It’s perfect for showing off!

You can’t see it, but the whole back of this tank is mesh. I’m all about fun details like that in my workout gear, also love the pattern on these leggings from Lorna Jane. They almost look like leather! It’s fun to play with “neutrals” like black leggings and add some flare.

We’re excited introduce Rate Your Burn’s fitness crush Lacee Lazoff. A woman wearing many hats, Lacee is a NYC-based personal trainer, writer, marathon runner, classically trained violinist and high-intensity athletic training instructor at Exceed Physical Culture in Manhattan. A Pacific Northwest native, Lacee brings love of nature and the outdoors and her west coast vibes to  NYC.

Lacee believes good things come to those who sweat.That a strong, nourished body unleashes a mind that can’t be stopped; building personal sweat equity is one of the most important investments made in one's life. Her mission is to inspire as as she perspires, while coaching others towards achieving strength. Having had 10 years experience at athletic apparel pioneer Lululemon Athletica, developing teams and markets across the US and Europe, Lacee knows good athletic style. 

Follow @Rateyourburn & @LaceeLazeoff on Instagram. 

Introducing Lacee Lazoff

Workout with Lacee by shooting her an email  [email protected]

Warby Parker Shades

I am constantly in sunglasses moving between clients and while leading outdoor sessions (I feel naked without them). These Warby Parkers are my current favorite departure from my usual aviators. They transition easily from athletic to street wear, with the added bonus of being from a company committed to quality. On a recent trip to California, I couldn't keep them off the faces of my best girlfriends!

Central Park Workout 

Years ago, I couldn't be bothered with Nike (other than shoes), which is some sort of sin because I'm from Oregon, the birthplace of the brand. Over the past year, I have become a Nike convert, loving their light-as-air tanks and epic luxe tights. These both feel like a second skin and are my go-to favorites for a long run.

Nike Watch

This watch got me through NYC marathon training in 2014 and is my favorite accessory for timing circuit training intervals. I love that it has simple features: records split times, pace, mileage and syncs with Nike+ technology. It was one of my most-used items until I left it in an airport security bin a few weeks ago. Sadly, I heard it is being phased out along with the fuel band, so get it online only for now. Or jump on the Apple watch train...

My Anna Beck Saddle ring has been with me for over eight years. It's important to me to wear a piece that contains memories and energy from past experiences. I look down at it and remember hiking in the Northwest, surfing in Central America and running in Central Park.

Soho Strolls

Although printed tights are super trendy right now, I love a good black crop or full-length tight. Having a basic bottom makes pairing outfits really easy, especially on those mornings when I am up at 4:00am! These Var-City crops from lululemon are one of my new favorites because they are basic, but with mesh details that stand out. I worked for lululemon for almost ten years and always go back to their bottoms because the fit and quality can't be beat.

My favorite place to make a personal style statement is with a cotton tank layered over a bright or neutral sports bra. I'm always looking for new brands, fun patterns and cuts. My favorite new find is from a small LA brand called Violent Gentlemen. They design clothing inspired by NHL hockey teams; the look is understated and fresh. I found them through the work of a tattoo artist I respect named Luke Wessman. His artistic style adds something special to the branding. He is my dream artist the next time I go under the needle!

This backpack takes me to and from without looking "too athletic." I can walk around the city between clients feeling pulled together and still fit all my necessities: resistance bands, water bottle, yoga block, packed lunch outfit change and shoes. Unfortunately, it’s sold out but check out the Hershel Retreat Backpack as a cool alternative. I'm a big Everlane fan; their cotton tanks and T's are wardrobe staples. I mentioned Ray Bans before; my necessary pair are the blue/grey polarized mirror lenses, mostly because I don't see them on every face in NYC!

As Rate Your Burn’s first male fitness crush, we’re happy to introduce native New Yorker, SRJ. Born and raised in Brooklyn, fitness lifestyle enthusiast Shaun R. Jenkins offers high intensity, low impact while effectively training one on one and in groups at NYC’s Tone House. 

While repeatedly garnering rave reviews from members of the fitness community, Shaun also holds certifications from NSCF and Precision Nutrition. With ability to coach clients on both nutrition and fitness, Shaun’s your go to for achieving balance between training and the day to day hustle of life. 

Check out Shaun’s style strolling throughout the city and be sure to follow him on IG & Twitter @thesrj. Break a sweat with Shaun -  check out Tone House’s schedule for his next class. 

Shaun’s favorite Brand during a men’s Lululemon photo shoot. 

We've been crushing on Claire and Emily ever since we started seeing the adorable Friendspire #twinning pics all over their instagram accounts. These two popular instructors are all over the NYC fitness scene (Emily teaches cycling, Claire teaches TRX) and have joined bestie forces to host events with their new creation, Friendspire Fitness. Here are a few of their favorite outfits to inspire your own fitness wardrobe!

Plank on Crow

We are wearing Lululemon Athletica 'RUN: Inspire Crops' (we love a good pattern) and the material is luxtreme which is incredibly lightweight and keeps us dry during the sweatiest of workouts. Our luxtreme 'Free to Be Wild' bras are also Lululemon - we are obsessed with the awesome design in the back!

Back to Back

We are in Lululemon Athletica Flow-Y bras - we love the medium support, luon fabric (which is moisture-wicking), and the funky pink camo print (we LOVE pink!). Our black bottoms are also Lululemon RUN crops.

Jumping for Joy

Em's sporting a Madewell Tee and jeans (she lives for Madewell) with a hot pink Free People bra. She's got on her Warby Parker shades and Converse kicks. Claire's sporting an Anthro tank (another fav non-fitness store of ours) and LF jeans. Her shades are straight up H&M and she's got on Cons as well. We love Converse for easy to and from studio casual looks.

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