“A dead bug is a great abdominal exercise that is kind to your lower back, but if you are used to core training, they can start to feel quite easy. Adding in a dumbbell is a game-changer,” says Emma.

Holding a dumbbell in one hand, lie on the floor with your fingers and toes pointing towards the ceiling. Make sure your spine is flat on the floor and you aren’t arching through your spine.
Lower your arm that is holding the dumbbell overhead towards the floor. At the same time, extend your opposite leg down towards the floor.
When your arm and leg are nearly touching the floor, squeeze through your abdominal muscles to return them to the starting position.
Repeat 10 times on each side.

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