Reviewed exercise · advanced

Barbell Good Morning

A secondary hinge movement for hamstrings, glutes.

Equipment

barbell

Typical range

5–12 reps

Also trains

back, core

Set up

Set the bar securely and unlock the knees.

Execute

Push the hips back while maintaining a braced torso.

Reverse when hamstring tension is high and the spine remains controlled.

Coaching cues

• Hips travel back.
• Use a modest range.

Common mistakes

• Chasing depth by rounding the back.
• Turning the movement into a squat.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.