Engage your core by pulling your belly button in towards your spine, which will help keep your lower back flat against the floor.
Slowly extend your right arm above your head and your left leg straight out simultaneously, keeping your lower back pressed against the floor.
Return your right arm and left leg to their original position, then repeat the process with your left arm and right leg.
Continue to alternate sides for a set amount of repetitions or time, maintaining control and keeping your core engaged throughout the exercise.
Pro Tip
**Engage Your Core**: The Dead Bug is primarily a core exercise, so make sure you're engaging your abdominal muscles throughout the movement. Avoid the common mistake of letting your back arch off the floor, which can put unnecessary strain on your lower back. Instead, press your lower back into the floor and think about pulling your belly button towards your spine to keep your core engaged. **Controlled Movements**: Perform the exercise with slow, controlled movements. The goal is not speed, but rather muscle engagement and control. A common mistake is rushing through the exercise, which