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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Split Barbell Good Morning
Split Barbell Good Morning works for muscle groups along the backside of your body, including your hamstrings, gluteus maximus, erector spinae, and lower back muscles.
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Instructions
- Place the bar on your upper back, pulling the bar down and squeezing your shoulder blades for stability. Tightly hold the barbell with your palms facing forward. Place one heel on a small box or bench, keeping your leg straight. Maintain a slightly bent knee position with the back knee.
- Push your chest forward, pull your hips back, leaning forward from your hips, and dropping low as you can without rounding your lower back. Pause, squeeze your buttocks, and return your torso to the starting position.
Tips
- Try not to tilt your back forward. Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Keep your head in line with the rest of your body, and do not arch your neck.
- Keep your shoulders back and down throughout the exercise.
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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