Fit&Well fitness writer performing a dead bug . The dead bug is an excellent exercise for improving your core stability and protecting you from back pain. But there's a chance you've been doing it ...

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: when building a strong core, sit-ups aren’t always the best option. Not only can regular sit-ups and crunches put strain on your lower back, you’re only ...

If you spend a lot of time sitting behind a desk, dead bugs can help work on an anterior pelvic tilt — a common complaint of ...

The kolar dead bug is a variation of the traditional dead bug and helps you integrate proper ab function and breathing for a stable core. You know what they say: A strong core is essential to optimal ...

If you're going to work the dead bug exercise into your next workout, you want to make sure your form is spot on. Follow these expert tips. Of course, it did get its name from somewhere. Namely, the ...

I swapped the classic plank for a dead bug - a similar exercise that works the core, hip flexors, lower back, and pelvic floor - and after a month of routine, I'm never going back The plank is a ...

When Jess Sims, NASM-certified personal trainer, plans out classes to teach, she puts herself in the shoes (and mind) of the Peloton members. "I really try to think about what will set the member up ...

Place your hands lightly on the bed for balance if needed. Lower one leg toward the mattress with control. Stop just before ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? So, here it is: an effective (and quick!) core workout for women looking for ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Several bodyweight exercises ...