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Fit & Well
Health
Alice Porter

I tried using Pilates to boost my mood and energy levels in the afternoon. Here's how it went

Woman practicing Pilates swan variation exercise in living room in front of laptop.

It's normal to experience dips in energy throughout the day. I know I often do, particularly in the afternoon when I've been sitting at my desk for hours.

Usually, I'll opt for a coffee or a sugary snack to perk me up, but I spotted a gentle 'feel-good' Pilates routine that instructor Ashlea McKee posted on Instagram, designed to boost your mood, as well as mobilize the body. I gave it a go to see if it would combat my usual afternoon slump.

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