Looking for an energizing start to your day? A Pilates instructor recommends these five mat-based exercises

Woman facing the camera sat on an exercise mat on wooden floor with her legs in front and arms stretched overhead. she's wearing light pink leggings and grey crop top. there's a sofa a golden balance ball behind her.

While Pilates has evolved from the method created by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, some still swear by the original 34-move sequence. But, as you can imagine, remaining faithful to that approach is time-consuming, so what do you do if you’re in a hurry?

Sophie Hatton, a classical Pilates instructor and founder of Reformer Retreats and Pilates Works Studio, recommends five exercises that offer a snapshot of a classical mat routine.