Single-leg Barbell Good Morning
Muscle Groups: Hamstrings, Glutes
Single-leg Barbell Good Morning focuses on Hamstrings, Glutes, with Lower Back, Traps, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Single-leg Barbell Good Morning with proper form and technique.
- 1
Stand upright on one leg with a barbell resting across your upper back, holding it with a wide overhand grip. Slightly lift your non-supporting leg behind you.
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Hinge at your hips, lowering your torso towards the floor while simultaneously extending your non-supporting leg straight back for balance.
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Drive through your supporting heel to extend your hip and return to the upright standing position.
- 4
Complete your repetitions on one side, then switch to the other leg.
Secondary Muscles
While Single-leg Barbell Good Morning primarily targets Hamstrings, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back, Traps, Forearm . 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 Single-leg 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.
