Forget the gym — this 12-minute morning Pilates routine strengthens and tones your entire body

Woman doing Pilates on terrace in the sunshine in Bird Dog pose.

It’s no secret that Pilates has become all the rage in the health and fitness world lately, and rightly so. It’s a low-impact workout with many benefits, from improving your posture, balance and flexibility to helping you lose weight, stay in shape and get some daily movement.

So what if we told you that you could reap all these benefits of Pilates in just 12 minutes before your day even starts? This morning Pilates workout ticks all the boxes to help you strengthen and tone while improving flexibility without the need to leave your home. In fact, it’s a guaranteed way to wake you up, help you feel more focused and strong and start your day on the right foot.