Barbell Good Morning

The Barbell Good Morning is a hip-hinge exercise that strongly loads the hamstrings and erectors with a barbell across the upper back. Distinct from a Romanian Deadlift in bar position; demands strict hip-hinge mechanics.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Hamstrings muscle illustration
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How to

How to do the Barbell Good Morning

  1. 01

    Set a barbell on your upper back as if for a back squat, in a Squat Rack.

  2. 02

    Stand with feet hip- to shoulder-width apart, knees soft.

  3. 03

    Brace your core and keep a neutral spine.

  4. 04

    Hinge at the hips, pushing them back and lowering your torso toward parallel to the floor.

  5. 05

    Maintain knee position; only the hips move.

  6. 06

    Drive your hips forward to return to standing.

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Barbell Good Morning work?

The Barbell Good Morning primarily targets the Hamstrings. Supporting muscles include Glutes, Back, Abs.

Is the Barbell Good Morning a compound or isolation exercise?

The Barbell Good Morning is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Barbell Good Morning?

You need the following equipment: Barbell, Squat Rack.

What difficulty level is the Barbell Good Morning?

The Barbell Good Morning is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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