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Hip Hinge · Lower back

Seated Good Morning

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

IntermediateBarbell & rackGym

Muscles worked

PrimaryLower back
SecondaryGlutes

Lower back and glutes.

Setup and loading

Bar low on your traps.

How to do the seated good morning step by step

  1. Sit on a box with the bar on your shoulders.
  2. Lean forward with a flat back.
  3. Return to upright.

Form cues

  • Neutral spine
  • Slow movement

Common mistakes

  • Rounding
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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

Gear for this exercise

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

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