The three best exercises for building full-body strength, according to a Pilates instructor

A woman performs a bridge pose exercise in a clutter-free living room on a yoga mat. She is on her back, with her knees bent and feet planted on the floor. Her shoulders also rest on the floor and she is pushing off the ground from her feels, so that her body forms a straight line from her knees to her shoulders. Her arms are straight and lie along the ground next to her. She wears a sports top, legging and white socks and in the background we see a couch and plant.

There’s an overwhelming number of workouts available on the Internet, which can be difficult to navigate. Luckily, expert Pilates instructor Jodi Montlake is on hand to make things simpler. She’s shared a three-move routine that can help you develop muscle throughout your body.

The routine engages muscles in both your legs and core, which support your pelvis, spine and posture. This makes it ideal for desk workers, as these targeted areas are often stiff and weak because of excess sitting.