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Dead Bug

A trunk-focused movement that develops stability, coordination, and work capacity.

SETS / REPS3 × 10 / side
REST45 sec
LEVELAll levels

MOVEMENT ILLUSTRATION

SEE THE MOVEMENT.

A six-frame Dead Bug reference. Follow the setup, controlled working path, return, and reset with the same form.

Dead Bug technique — set position

01SETBuild a stable starting position.

Dead Bug technique — brace position

02BRACECreate tension before moving.

Dead Bug technique — lower position

03LOWEREnter the range with control.

Dead Bug technique — work position

04WORKMove through the strongest path.

Dead Bug technique — return position

05RETURNControl the return phase.

Dead Bug technique — reset position

06RESETFinish balanced and repeat.

DO

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO

  • Brace and breathe
  • Keep hips controlled
  • Quality before speed
  • Finish each set with clean technique
DON'T

WHAT TO AVOID

  • Do not hold your breath for the entire set.
  • Do not continue after the hips, ribs, or lower back lose position.
  • Do not choose speed over control.

STEP BY STEP

MOVE WITH CONTROL.

  1. Set a strong starting position and brace gently.
  2. Move while keeping the ribs and pelvis controlled.
  3. Breathe steadily instead of holding your breath.
  4. End the set when position or rhythm begins to break.
STOP IF SOMETHING FEELS WRONG.

Muscle effort is expected; sharp pain, dizziness, numbness, or unusual discomfort is not. Reduce the load or range, stop the exercise, and seek qualified guidance when needed.