DEAD BUG

This is an excellent exercise for working your lower abdominals (transverse abdominals). Because these abs stabilize your pelvis and lower back when you move, strengthening this area is fundamental to your posture and sound movement mechanics.

1 Lie on your back on the floor and extend your arms toward the ceiling. Lift your legs and bend your knees to form a 90-degree angle with your legs.

2 Press your lower back into the floor and extend your right arm over your head and extend your left leg forward. Pause, then return your right arm and left leg to their starting positions.

3 Press your lower back into the floor and extend your left arm over your head and extend your right leg forward. Pause, then return your left arm and right leg to their starting positions. Repeat these last two steps 12 times.