How to perform Dead Bug (Bodyweight)

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Dead Bug (Bodyweight)

Also known as: Dead Bug (Bodyweight).

Core stability exercise

How to perform this exercise

Lie on the back with arms raised, hips and knees bent about 90 degrees and lower back gently against the floor.
Slowly extend one leg and the opposite arm away without letting the ribs flare.
Return and change sides, shortening the range if the lower back arches.

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