Dead Bug with Stability Ball Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas, Obliques, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Dead Bug, Dead Bug Exercise
How to: Dead Bug with Stability Ball
- Lie flat on your back with your arms and legs raised, holding a stability ball between your hands.
- Slowly lower your right arm and left leg towards the floor without touching it, keeping your back flat.
- Return to the starting position and repeat with the opposite arm and leg.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back instead of keeping it flat.
- Using momentum rather than controlled movements.
- Not engaging the core properly.
Modifications
- Perform with feet on the floor instead of on the stability ball.
- Reduce the range of motion if necessary.
Tips
- Keep your lower back pressed against the stability ball.
- Control your movements to avoid using momentum.
- Focus on engaging your core throughout the exercise.
Dead Bug with Stability Ball Alternatives
Tags
core
stability ball
abs
beginner
strength
coordination