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Good Morning

intermediate Barbell

Hip-hinge movement that strengthens the posterior chain under load.

Primary Muscles

Hamstrings Lower back

Secondary Muscles

Glutes Core

Instructions

Bar on upper traps, soft knee bend. Hinge at hips pushing them back, lower torso until parallel to floor, then drive hips forward.

Common Mistakes

Rounding lower back, bending knees too much, going too heavy.

Variations

  • Seated Good Morning
  • Banded Good Morning
  • Romanian Deadlift