Good Morning
Good Morning works for muscle groups along the backside of your body, including your hamstrings, gluteus maximus, erector spinae, and lower back muscles. Good morning exercises can increase your leg and back strength when done properly.
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Single-Leg Barbell Good Morning
Single-Leg Barbell Good Morning exercise improves hip stability and strengthens the hamstrings and glutes.
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Instructions
- Place the barbell on your upper back and pull it down while squeezing your shoulder blades for stability. Stand tall on one leg with your knee slightly bent. Push your chest forward, hips back, and lean forward.
- Lower your torso towards the floor, and your back leg follows you to help with balance. Just go as low as you can without rounding your lower back.
- Pause, and then reverse the movement, returning to the starting position. Squeeze your butt at the top.
Tips
- Place the barbell on your upper back instead of directly on your neck for a more comfortable position.
- Keep your back straight during the exercise to avoid injury.
- Try not to move by bending your knee. Instead, focus on flexing your hips and shifting your weight back as you move.
Alternative Exercises
Staggered-Stance Good Morning
Staggered-Stance Good Morning is a lower-body strengthening exercise that primarily targets your lower back, glutes, and hamstrings and provides flexibility and balance.
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