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Dead Bug

StrengthBeginnerBody Only

What this trains

Front and back view. The highlighted part is where this exercise works most; paler areas are helpers.

Targets: Lower abs

Primary: Abdominals

How to

  1. 1Lie on your back with your arms pointing at the ceiling and your hips and knees bent to 90 degrees.
  2. 2Slowly lower your opposite arm and leg toward the floor while keeping your lower back pressed into the mat.
  3. 3Return to the start and repeat on the other side.
  4. 4Move slowly and stop the movement if your lower back starts to lift.