Hinge · Experienced
Barbell Good Morning
A hip hinge with a barbell on your back, a demanding lift for the hamstrings and lower back.
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- Works
- hamstrings, lower back; also glutes
- Kit
- Barbell, Rack
- Dose
- 6 to 10 reps
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Unrack a light barbell onto your upper back as for a squat and stand with feet hip width, knees soft.
While you move
- Start light
- Push the hips straight back
- Flat back, chest proud
- Stand up by driving hips forward
Avoid
- Rounding the back to go lower
- Bending the knees into a squat
- Going heavy before the hinge is solid
Take care if you have trouble with your lower back.