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Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Hamstrings

Equipment Required

Barbell

Experience Level

Intermediate

Force Type

Hinge

Secondary Muscles

Glutes, Lower Back

Exercise Description

The good mornings exercise builds strong hamstrings and teaches proper hip hinge movement. It makes your entire back chain stronger for better lifts and daily movement.

How To

1. Set the barbell on your upper back like a squat, feet hip-width apart 2. Keep your core tight and chest up as you start the good mornings movement 3. Push your hips back and hinge forward while keeping your knees slightly bent 4. Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, keep your back straight 5. Drive your hips forward to return to standing, squeezing your glutes at the top

Form Tips

• Keep the weight light when learning good mornings - focus on perfect form first • Your knees should stay slightly bent throughout the entire movement • Lead with your hips, not your chest - this keeps your spine safe during good mornings • Stop the movement when you feel a good hamstring stretch, don't force it deeper

Common Mistakes

• Rounding your back instead of keeping it straight during good mornings • Going too deep too fast - good mornings need gradual flexibility work over time • Using your knees too much instead of hinging at the hips

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