Good Morning (Barbell)
Learn how to do the Good Morning (Barbell) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This barbell movement primarily targets hamstrings, including outer hamstring, inner hamstring.
How to Perform Good Morning (Barbell)
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Add the appropriate amount of weight and set the barbell on a squat rack at just below shoulder height.
- 2
Step under the bar so it rests across your upper traps and grip it evenly with both hands.
- 3
Unrack the bar and step back with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.
- 5
Hinge at the hips and push them back, lowering your torso until it is roughly parallel with the floor. Keep your back flat and knees slightly bent.
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Drive your hips forward to return to the starting position, squeezing your glutes at the top and exhale.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then rack the bar.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.