Band Good Morning: How-to, Tips & More
The Band Good Morning is a beginner compound exercise for your hamstrings. You do it with resistance band. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.
Besides the hamstrings, it also works your glutes and lower back, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Hamstrings
Primary
Glutes
Secondary
Lower back
Secondary
How to do the Band Good Morning
- Stand on the band and loop it over the back of your neck and shoulders.
- Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips.
- Go until your torso is close to level with the floor.
- Drive your hips forward to stand tall.
Band Good Morning tips
- Keep your back flat. The movement is at the hips.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 12 to 20 reps per set, and 12 to 20 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.
Equipment
Resistance band
Type
Compound
Band Good Morning alternatives
Bodyweight Good Morning
Hamstrings
Good Morning
Hamstrings
Bodyweight Single-Leg Deadlift
Hamstrings
B Stance Romanian Deadlift
Hamstrings
More hamstrings exercises
Band Leg Curl
Resistance band
Barbell Single Leg Romanian Deadlift
Barbell
Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift
Dumbbells
Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift
Dumbbells
Kettlebell Single Leg Romanian Deadlift
Kettlebells
Kneeling Leg Curl Machine
Leg curl machine
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Band Good Morning work?
The Band Good Morning mainly works your hamstrings, with help from your glutes and lower back.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 12 to 20 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 12 to 20 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Band Good Morning good for beginners?
Yes. The Band Good Morning is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Band Good Morning?
You need resistance band.
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