Good Morning - Straight Leg Barbell

Recommendations: 1-3 Sets, 4-8 Reps, 30-50 Wght

Intermediate Lower Back Hamstrings Glutes Strength Barbell Squat Rack Push Compound Gym

Purpose: This exercise can be a powerful tool for developing the spinal erectors.

Benefits: This exercise has a different resistance curve from back extensions so these two exercises make a good combination.

Use a squat rack for safety reasons. Stand upright, with straight legs, with a light barbell resting on your shoulders behind your back (no matter your experience, start very light no more than 10 to 20 pounds). This is your starting position. Bend forward at the waist until your torso is parallel with the floor. Keep your legs straight. At the bottom of the movement, your back should be parallel with the floor. Inhale while doing this movement. Slowly straighten up, maintaining straight legs. Exhale while doing this movement. Repeat for the required number of repetitions.

The muscles of the lower back straighten the spine. They work together with the abdominals to keep the spine upright. Good Mornings places a lot of stress on the lower back.