Developing a balanced workout routine that targets your whole body can be difficult. If you're looking for a way to simplify your workouts, you could try spitting them into pull and push sessions.

It's a common workout split, particularly for upper-body weight training workouts. But Pilates instructor Gemma Folkard says it's also something you can apply to lower-body workouts, even if you're training without weights.

"Push movements include push-ups, squats and shoulder presses," Folkard explains. "They train muscles that extend or straighten joints, like the chest, triceps, quadriceps, and shoulders. These are usually pushing away from the body." You may like

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