New York Client Spotlight

  • We are beyond thrilled to highlight Alissa Abramson as our September Client Spotlight. Alissa’s bright spirit, strong form, and consistent dedication never go unnoticed. She shows up with heart, not just for herself, but for everyone around her, lifting, encouraging, and inspiring our whole community. We’re beyond lucky to have you, Alissa, in our FierceCommunity! The way you come to every Fierce Foundations Workshop with a big smile and a ready-to-work attitude is truly amazing! 💪✨ We are truly grateful for you! 😊

    Instagram handle: @alissa_shea

    1. How long have you been coming to Fierce45?

    Since January 23, 2025

    2. What is your favorite move on the machine?

    Kneeling Crunch or Plank to Pike 

    3. How has Fierce made a positive impact on your life? 

    Fierce45 has become such a big part of my life in the best way. I’ve gained strength, confidence, and a much-needed boost of happiness in my day. It helps me feel balanced and energized, both physically and mentally.

    4. Why do you choose Fierce over another workout? 

    I came for the workout, but I stayed for the people. The real magic at Fierce is the community. The coaches and members are amazing. Everyone is so supportive, welcoming, and fun. I choose Fierce over other workouts because it challenges me, makes me feel strong, and the energy and connections are unbeatable. My Waze literally thinks it’s my second home… and honestly, it is!

    5. Tell us a fun fact about you! 

    I have a twin brother and I brought him to a Fierce45 class and I’ve never laughed so hard in my life (constant core burner) 😂and when I was in college I was training to be an mma fighter and stunt double in movies/tv shows.

  • All throughout August, we are thrilled to spotlight one of our amazing clients, Gabriella Lo Bello! Every time Gabriella walks through our doors, she brings a beautiful light into the studio and ALWAYS rocks the cutest workout set 🤩🔥 Her sweet smile, positive spirit, and fierce determination never goes unnoticed. Her form is ELITE and her commitment to showing up and giving it her all doesn’t just elevate her own practice; it uplifts our entire team and inspires everyone around her.

    1. How long have you coming to Fierce45? Since October 2024! 
    2. Favorite move on the machine? Hero or a good lateral lunge! 
    3. How has Fierce made a positive impact on your life? The community is so welcoming—it’s seriously the best. It’s one of the few workouts that makes me feel strong and keeps me coming back.
    4. Why do you choose Fierce over another workout? I’m all about the low and slow method. It’s tough but in a good way—and sometimes I think I even have obliques! And I love all the Fierce coaches!
    5. Tell us a fun fact about you! I once held a tiger… with the actual Tiger King.

  • From all of us on the Fierce45® team, we want to highlight an amazing client, Besmire Tetaj! Bes’s consistent presence, incredible energy, and deep dedication don’t just make a difference—they are the difference. Every time she walks through our doors, she brings a light that’s impossible to miss. Bes’s smile is contagious, her spirit is uplifting, and her fierce determination inspires everyone around you. Whether it’s Bes’s first class of the week or her fifth, she shows up fully, and that commitment motivates our coaches, staff, and fellow Fierce fam alike. Bes – we see you. We appreciate you. And we’re so grateful you’re part of our community!

    1. How long have you coming to Fierce45? It’s been almost 6 months! 🙂  
    2. Favorite move on the machine? I have a few favorites but the one I enjoy the most is Sprinter.  
    3. How has Fierce made a positive impact on your life? Fierce makes me happier. I love the energy and positivity the girls bring to every class. It’s so motivational and I really enjoy starting my day with that. 
    4. Why do you choose Fierce over another workout? Typically, working out gets really boring for me and I lose motivation easy but Fierce keeps it entertaining. All the girls have their unique way of training with their personalized playlists, Pilates moves and personalities. It makes me look forward to the next class! 
    5. Tell us a fun fact about you! I use to herd cows as a little kid when I would visit my parent’s property for the summer in Kosovo.  I also speak 2 languages.

  • This month, we are excited to celebrate Danielle Vitucci Raniolo as our Client Spotlight for the month of June! Danielle has crushed over 100 classes (yes, 100!), and her dedication to Fierce45 never goes unnoticed. Her consistency, focus, and drive in every class are so inspiring. We love the energy she brings into the studio — it’s contagious in the best way! Not only does Danielle challenge herself and works hard to perfect her form, but she does it all with a kind heart and a positive attitude that lifts up our entire community. We’re especially inspired by how Danielle embraced the journey of rebuilding both physical strength and mental resilience after having her little ones. She has faced every challenge with grace and determination, and we’re honored to be part of your continued growth.

    1. How long have you coming to Fierce45? I have been coming to Fierce45 since they opened in early October! 
    2. Favorite move on the machine? My favorite move on the machine is Sprinter and Tabletop Crunch 
    3. How has Fierce made a positive impact on your life? Becoming part of the Fierce fam has been one of the best decisions I made. Although being a mom has been a dream, it can be hard to find time for yourself. I quickly learned that in order for me to take better care of my family, I need to take care of myself too and I’m so grateful that I found such an amazing community to help me feel like myself again and that I am able to set an example of self-care and self-respect for my little ones. 
    4. Why do you choose Fierce over another workout? Fierce has made me feel stronger than I have in a very long time and I love how every class is a challenge. It’s truly “me time” where I can focus on myself, with no distractions or else!! 
    5. Tell us a fun fact about you! Before becoming a full time mom, I worked in Music and Entertainment PR – most recently at iHeartRadio and also as a publicist to some of the artists featured on our class playlists. I love hearing old clients during class because it brings me back to a fun time in my life where I got to do some pretty cool things and work with some pretty cool people like Demi Lovato, Jonas Brothers, Dev and more.

  • This month, we are thrilled to celebrate Melissa Modelson as our Client Spotlight! Melissa is an absolute joy to have in class. Since her very first session, her strength and form have improved tremendously thanks to her hard work, consistency, and perseverance. Even though 6:30 AM isn’t her favorite class time, she still shows up for herself—and for us—which we appreciate more than she knows! Melissa always stays fully engaged, listens closely to coaching cues, and brings a great attitude to every workout. Plus, she’s always ready to laugh at Coach Nat’s jokes (even when they’re a little questionable 🤭😂). We are so grateful to have Melissa as part of our community!

    1. How long have you coming to Fierce45? I joined in late October, and I started coming regularly in December.
    2. Favorite move on the machine? Any of the arm movements since I feel like my arms are my weakest part (except for the underhand ones off the back – those are painful!)
    3. How has Fierce made a positive impact on your life? I feel stronger than I ever have before, and it’s the part of my day that I most look forward to.  It’s a peaceful (and painful) 45 minutes where I don’t worry about anything else but balancing and holding on.  And it’s somehow made me into a morning person with the 6:30 classes! 
    4. Why do you choose Fierce over another workout? It’s a full body workout that I can get done and dusted (as Nat says) within 45 minutes.  I’ve always loved doing Pilates and when I heard about Fierece45, it was described as “Pilates on steroids” which just sounded right up my alley.  And the environment has been so friendly and welcoming! 
    5. Tell us a fun fact about you! I have a face full of metal due to double jaw surgery! 

  • This month we are excited to feature our first client of the month in New York – Isabel Fairbanks!. We are always excited to see her name in class and she always comes to the studio with a big smile on her face! Isabel is always up for any challenge in class.  Thank you for being such an amazing, positive part of our Fierce community! 

    1. How long have you been coming to Fierce45?

      Since they opened in September. 

    2. Favorite move on the machine?

       Back flying corkscrew

    3. How has Fierce made a positive impact on your life?

      I love Fierce! The teachers are amazing and I always feel energized after every class.

    4. Why do you choose Fierce over another workout?

      Because it is so fun and there is always room for improvement in form and strength. It takes a few classes to get the hang of each position and it is definitely physically challenging, but thinking about form and pace moves my focus away from the physical difficulty.

    5. Tell us a fun fact about you!

      I have a sheepadoodle named Plink!