Dead BugExercise demonstration

For men

Dead Bug

CoreLegsBackDifficulty 2/5Supine

How to do it

  1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and raised and your arms extended upward.
  2. Lower one arm behind your head and the opposite leg toward the floor, return, and switch sides while keeping your lower back down.

What to feel

Your deep abs keeping your lower back pressed down as your arm and leg extend.

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