A Pilates instructor says you can strengthen your core and improve posture with this five-minute exercise snack

A woman sits on a Pilates mat at home with her arms lifted in front of her face. Her left leg is straight on the floor and her right leg is lifted at a 45° angle. Behind her we see a wooden stool and water bottle and a kitchen counter.

Not everyone has time to go to the gym, but most of us can find five minutes to squeeze in some movement.

Breaking up prolonged periods of inactivity with short bursts of activity is known as exercise snacking, and it has all kinds of benefits, like boosting your energy levels throughout the day.