Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Dead Bug, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Rectus abdominis |
| Also | Transverse abdominis, Hip flexors |
Setup
Move slowly and keep the ribs down to maintain core tension.
How to do it well
- Lie on the back with arms and knees up
- Extend the opposite arm and leg
- Keep the lower back pressed down
Common mistakes
- Letting the lower back arch off the floor
- Moving too fast
Free programs with Dead Bug
- First Two Weeks (bodyweight)
- Gym Confidence: Free Weights (3 day)
- Desk Worker Reset (3 day)
- Back to Training (3 day)
- Strong for Life (3 day)
- Dumbbells Only: Twice a Week
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.