Seated Barbell Good Morning

Muscle Groups: Hamstrings

Seated Barbell Good Morning focuses on Hamstrings, with Glutes, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Seated Barbell Good Morning with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Sit on a flat bench with your feet hip-width apart and flat on the floor. Position a barbell across your upper back, holding it with a wide overhand grip.

  2. 2

    Hinge forward at your hips, keeping your back straight and chest up, until your torso is nearly parallel to the floor.

  3. 3

    Engage your glutes and hamstrings to extend your hips and return to the upright seated position.

Secondary Muscles

While Seated Barbell Good Morning primarily targets Hamstrings , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Lower Back . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Seated Barbell Good Morning, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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