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Hip Hinge · Hamstrings

Good Morning

A hip hinge exercise that works the hamstrings. Intermediate level, using barbell & rack.

IntermediateBarbell & rackGym

Muscles worked

PrimaryHamstrings
SecondaryAbs, Glutes, Lower back

Hamstrings, glutes, and lower back.

Setup and loading

Bar positioned as in a low-bar squat.

How to do the good morning step by step

  1. Bar low on your shoulders, knees slightly bent.
  2. Hinge forward, pushing your hips back.
  3. Come up when you feel tension in your hamstrings.

Form cues

  • Flat back
  • Hips back

Common mistakes

  • Rounding your back
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Sets and reps for your goal

Max Strength

4-5 x 3-6 · rest 2-3 min

3-6 sets of 1-6 reps at 80-90% of your max (1RM). Rest 2 to 5 minutes.

Leave 1-3 reps in reserve. If your technique breaks down, lower the weight: strength is built with good reps.

A guide for healthy adults. Adjust the load to your level and see a professional if you have an injury.

Check your form

Film yourself from the side or ask someone to watch, then tick what you get right.

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Sports it suits

Powerlifting

Gear for this exercise

  • Olympic barbell and platesTo keep progressing on the big lifts with heavy loads.
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