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Barbell Good Morning

A compound barbell exercise that targets the posterior chain muscles through a controlled hip hinge movement, improving back strength and hip mobility.

Exercise Overview

Category

Functional Training

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Advanced

Technique

Stand with barbell on shoulders behind your head. Hinge at the hips by pushing your hips back and lowering your torso forward, then return to the starting position by extending your hips.

Starting Position

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, barbell positioned on shoulders behind your head, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with hips fully extended and torso upright, maintaining proper form throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Push hips back, keep chest up, maintain arch, control the movement

Common Mistakes

Rounding back, not pushing hips back, poor posture, rushing the movement

Progression Tips

Increase weight, try variations, add tempo changes, or perform with different grips.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, focus on form, reduce range of motion, or perform assisted version.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid back strain. Stop if you experience pain in back, hips, or knees. Consult a professional if you have lower body issues.