Hamstrings · Barbell

Stiff-Legged Barbell Good Morning

Hinge with the bar on your back and feel hamstrings you forgot you had.

HamstringsSecondary: BackBarbell

How to do it

  1. Set a barbell on your upper back and stand with a slight knee bend.
  2. Brace your core and keep your legs nearly straight.
  3. Hinge at the hips, pushing your butt back as your torso lowers.
  4. Drive your hips forward to stand tall, squeezing your glutes.

The one cue that matters

Keep your back flat and stop when your hamstrings cap out. Don't round to chase more depth.

Muscles worked

The Stiff-Legged Barbell Good Morning is a Hamstrings-first movement, with Back working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your hamstrings volume for the week.

FAQ

What muscles does the Stiff-Legged Barbell Good Morning work?

The Stiff-Legged Barbell Good Morning primarily works the Hamstrings with Back assisting.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Stiff-Legged Barbell Good Morning?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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