Resistance Band Upper Body Dead Bug
Description
The resistance band upper body dead bug uses a band anchored behind the head to load the dead bug from above. Lowering the arms toward the floor while pressing the lower back into the floor trains anti-extension core strength.
Equipment Required
Resistance Band Upper Body Dead Bug Instructions
- Anchor a resistance band overhead behind you.
- Lie on the back with the head near the anchor.
- Bend the knees and lift the feet to a tabletop position.
- Hold the band handles with both arms extended over the chest.
- Brace the core and press the lower back into the floor.
- Lower the arms overhead toward the floor.
- Resist the band pulling the arms back.
- Return to the start and continue for the working set.
Resistance Band Upper Body Dead Bug Form & Visual
Resistance Band Upper Body Dead Bug Benefits
- Trains anti-extension core strength.
- Loads the abs hard.
- Builds total core control.
- Useful for spinal stability.
- Improves shoulder mobility.
Resistance Band Upper Body Dead Bug Muscles Worked
- Rectus abdominis
- Core
- Latissimus dorsi
