Exercise guide
Dead bug
Works your abs and core. Body weight. Beginner friendly.
The animated demo for this exercise is in the members’ area.
Main musclesabs and core
Helpers—
EquipmentBody weight
LevelBeginner friendly
In your plan3 sets of 8-12 reps
Rest45 seconds
How to do it
- Lie on your back with your arms straight up and your knees bent at 90° over your hips.
- Press your lower back flat into the floor.
- Slowly lower your opposite arm and leg towards the floor, keeping your back flat.
- Return to the start and switch sides. Breathe out as you lower.
In the members’ area
The animated demo, side and front views, the common mistakes to avoid, and a weight and rep target for every set, from your last session.
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