How to do the Barbell Seated Good Morning
Barbell Seated Good Morning is an intermediate multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Lower Back.
Barbell Seated Good Morning demonstration · © GymiaFit
Barbell Seated Good Morning at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings, Lower Back
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Barbell Seated Good Morning step by step
- 1Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and a barbell resting on your upper back.
- 2Keep your back straight and your chest up.
- 3Slowly hinge forward at the hips, lowering your torso towards the ground.
- 4Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Seated Good Morning — questions
What muscles does the Barbell Seated Good Morning work?
The Barbell Seated Good Morning primarily targets the Glutes. It also recruits the Hamstrings, Lower Back as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Seated Good Morning?
You need barbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Barbell Seated Good Morning suitable for beginners?
It is classed as intermediate. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Barbell Seated Good Morning?
Barbell Deadlift, Barbell Narrow Stance Squat, Barbell One Arm Side Deadlift train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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