How to do the Smith Bent Knee Good Morning
Smith Bent Knee Good Morning is an intermediate multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using smith machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Lower Back.
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Smith Bent Knee Good Morning at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings, Lower Back
- Equipment
- Smith Machine
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Smith Bent Knee Good Morning step by step
- 1Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
- 2Place the barbell across your upper back, resting it on your traps.
- 3Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.
- 4Lower your torso until it is parallel to the ground, feeling a stretch in your hamstrings.
- 5Engage your glutes and hamstrings to raise your torso back up to the starting position.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Smith Bent Knee Good Morning — questions
What muscles does the Smith Bent Knee Good Morning work?
The Smith Bent Knee Good Morning primarily targets the Glutes. It also recruits the Hamstrings, Lower Back as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Smith Bent Knee Good Morning?
You need smith machine. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Smith Bent Knee 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 Smith Bent Knee Good Morning?
Smith Deadlift, Barbell Deadlift, Barbell Narrow Stance Squat train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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