Barbell Good Mornings

Get ready to power up your posterior chain with Barbell Good Mornings—a dynamic move that challenges your hamstrings, glutes, and lower back with every controlled hinge. Embrace the burn and transform your strength and stability as you master this essential hip hinge exercise.

How to Perform Barbell Good Mornings

Follow these steps to perform Barbell Good Mornings:

• Step 1: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and position the barbell across your upper back, ensuring a secure grip.
• Step 2: Engage your core, slightly bend your knees, and initiate a hip hinge by pushing your hips backward while keeping your back flat.
• Step 3: Lower your torso in a controlled manner until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, keeping your chest lifted and spine neutral.
• Step 4: Reverse the movement by driving your hips forward to return to the starting position, squeezing your glutes at the top.
• Step 5: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, maintaining proper form throughout each rep.

Step Up Tips

• Keep your core tight and maintain a neutral spine to protect your lower back.
• Focus on hinging at the hips rather than bending at the waist.
• Lower the weight slowly and with control to maximize muscle engagement and minimize injury risk.
• Start with a light weight to perfect your form before progressing to heavier loads.
• Ensure that your knees have only a slight bend throughout the movement.