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Dead Bug
A supine core exercise coordinating opposite limb extension to train deep core stability.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- rectus abdominis · transverse abdominis · hip flexors
- Goals
- endurance · rehabilitation
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Lie on your back with arms extended toward the ceiling and knees at 90 degrees.
- Lower your right arm and left leg toward the floor while keeping the lower back pressed down.
- Return to start.
- Repeat on the other side.
- Alternate.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Press your lower back into the floor at all times.
- Move slowly.