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Dead bug: how to do it

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Arms up, knees over your hips

  1. Starting position

    Lie on your back with your arms straight up, knees bent over your hips and lower back against the floor.

  2. The movement

    Lower the opposite arm and leg toward the floor, bring them back and switch sides without lifting your lower back.

Most common mistake

Don't let your lower back lift off the floor, shorten the movement and keep your abs braced.

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