Good Morning: How-to, Tips & More
The Good Morning is a advanced compound exercise for your hamstrings. You do it with barbell. It is a good fit when your goal is both strength and 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 Good Morning
- Set the bar on your upper back like a squat.
- Soften your knees and push your hips back.
- Lean forward until your torso is close to level with the floor.
- Drive your hips forward to stand tall.
Good Morning tips
- Start light. This is hard on the lower back if you rush it.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 6 to 12 reps per set, and 6 to 12 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.
Equipment
Barbell
Type
Compound
Good Morning alternatives
More hamstrings exercises
B Stance Romanian Deadlift
Dumbbells
Band Good Morning
Resistance band
Band Leg Curl
Resistance band
Barbell Single Leg Romanian Deadlift
Barbell
Bodyweight Good Morning
Bodyweight
Bodyweight Single-Leg Deadlift
Bodyweight
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Good Morning work?
The 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 6 to 12 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 6 to 12 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Good Morning good for beginners?
It is rated advanced, so it is better to build a base with simpler movements first and add it when your technique is solid.
What equipment do I need for the Good Morning?
You need barbell.
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