Randi Stone, founder of NYC Pilates, studied authentic Pilates in a prestigious independent study with one of Joseph Pilates’ protégés, is certified in Power Pilates Mat, pre- and post-natal fitness and Diastasis Rehab (The Tupler Technique), as well as The M.E.L.T. Method® (MELT) – a self-treatment technique that helps prevent pain, heal injury, and erase the negative effects of aging and active living. Randi looks at each individual’s body as a puzzle, trying to piece together the needs of the client based upon his/her strengths and weaknesses, body type and interests.

Randi trains all body types and caters to people with varied interests - men and woman who want to increase their flexibility; people who want to strengthen and lengthen their muscles for a longer and leaner look; people recovering from injuries; new mothers seeking to regain their pre-pregnancy bodies and athletes seeking to improve sports performance and prevent injury. Clients range from professional athletes and trainers of professional sports teams and Broadway dancers to pre-and post natal women and people recuperating from injuries and trauma, like strokes, as well as corporate clients like the New York Times and Viacom-MTV.

Randi began Pilates in the late 90s after back surgery. It is the only form of exercise that addressed asymmetries in the musculature of her back that result from Scoliosis – strengthening the weaker muscles and lengthening the tighter muscles - thus dramatically improving her posture. Pilates alleviated her formerly chronic back pain and provided strength and flexibility to remain active through 37 weeks of a twin pregnancy. Today it keeps her fit so she can keep up with her five-year-old twins!

Pre- and Post-Natal Pilates

Randi practiced Pilates throughout a 37 week pregnancy with twins. She is certified in the Tupler Technique – Diastasis Rehab, took in-house pre and post-natal certification while teaching at the Sports Club LA and has participated in numerous courses pertaining to pregnancy and fitness.

Randi has personally trained hundreds of pregnant and post-natal clients privately and in a group classes.

Finally, Randi has taught Pre and post-natal continuing education courses to Pilates instructors at prominent Pilates studios throughout Manhattan, including Uptown Pilates, the Center Studio and Equinox (85th and 3rd Ave.), and is the co-founder of Movin' Mamas, a Pilates-based mom and baby stroller class.