How to do a dead bug leg extensions

CoreBodyweightBeginner

A dead bug focusing on the legs — extend one leg long while keeping your back pinned to the floor.

How to do it

1Lie on your back, knees over hips
2Extend one leg straight out, low and slow
3Keep your lower back pressed down, then switch

Common mistakes

×Lower back arching as the leg extends
×Dropping the leg too fast

Muscles worked

Core

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