A Pilates instructor says this is the best exercise you're not doing to build full-body strength

Woman on her hands and knees on a yoga mat in a living room setting. One leg is raised behind her. A laptop is on the floor next to her.

Pilates is one of the best types of exercise you can do to build strength using just your bodyweight. And not only does it tone your muscles, but it can help improve your posture with its focus on engaging the core.

I recently chatted with Pilates instructor Maia Henry and asked her if she has a favorite, but lesser-known, Pilates exercise that can strengthen muscles people often neglect.