Dead bug – how to do it right
On your back, extend arm and opposite leg, back stays down.
This is how Stickfreed, our glowing stick figure, shows you the exercise on your TV – here the start, middle and end position. In the app he turns slowly so you can see everything.
How to do it
- On your back, arms up, knees over hips.
- Opposite arm back and leg out long.
- Lower back stays on the floor.
How long?
40–45 seconds at a steady pace: slow on the way down, strong on the way up. 2–4 rounds.
If something niggles
Don’t fancy the floor? Then do Bird dog instead – BLOX swaps it automatically if you mention it at the start. Stop if it hurts; if you have complaints or pre-existing conditions, check with a doctor or physio first.
In BLOX
Part of these blocks: Full body compact, Bodyweight compact, Core, Bodyweight, Pull-up starter, Mat: hips & core, Strength compact. BLOX builds your workout from them – based on your time, energy and how you feel today.