Dead bug
- Strength
- Beginner
- Bodyweight
Muscles worked
Main: Core
Measured in reps.
How to do it
- Lie on your back, arms up, hips and knees bent to 90 degrees.
- Lower the opposite arm and leg toward the floor while keeping your lower back flat.
- Return and switch sides.
Tip: Move slowly. If your back arches, shorten the range.
Take extra care if…
- Done lying on your back. This is not recommended during pregnancy for some of these, so check with your midwife or doctor.
General guidance only, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts, and get advice from a doctor or qualified professional if pain continues.