Dead Bug (Band)

A core stability exercise using a resistance band where you lie on your back and coordinate opposite limb movements to engage the abdominals.

Instructions

1. Lie on your back with a resistance band looped around your feet.
2. Raise your arms straight toward the ceiling and bend your knees to 90 degrees.
3. Keep your lower back pressed into the floor throughout the exercise.
4. Extend your right arm overhead while straightening your left leg, creating tension on the band.
5. Return to the starting position and repeat with the opposite limbs.
6. Move slowly and deliberately, alternating sides.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips

• Keep your lower back flat against the floor to maintain core engagement.
• Move slowly and control the band throughout the exercise.
• This exercise is excellent for core stability and coordination.
• Ensure your breathing remains steady throughout the movement.
• This is a safe and effective exercise for beginners to learn core control.