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Barbell Good Morning

Barbell · Hinge · Compound

HamstringsErector SpinaeGlutes Core

Default prescription & biomechanics

Primary muscles
Hamstrings, Erector Spinae, Glutes
Secondary muscles
Core
Equipment
Barbell
Movement pattern
Hinge (Pull force)
Difficulty
Advanced
Working rep range
6-10 reps per set
Between-set interval
120 seconds rest
Intensity & MET
High (6.5 MET)

Step-by-step coaching cues

  1. Set the barbell in a low-bar squat position across your rear deltoids.
  2. Unlock your knees and push your hips straight back until your torso is 15 degrees above parallel.
  3. Drive your hips forward to stand tall while keeping your spine locked.

Joint & safety considerations

Filtered for Lower Back sensitivity. When you flag lower back sensitivity in your WorkoutCard training brief, the AI programme generator automatically substitutes a lower-stress alternative from the relations table below.

Biomechanical alternatives & swaps

Used by the in-app Swap sheet when your equipment is occupied or when adjusting exercise difficulty.

Exercise Relationship Equipment
45-Degree Glute-Ham Back Extension Bodyweight swap Bodyweight
Resistance Band Hinge Good Morning Bands swap Bands
Conventional Barbell Deadlift Same movement pattern Barbell
Bodyweight Feet Elevated Staggered Glute Bridge Bodyweight swap Bodyweight
Heavy Kettlebell Romanian Deadlift Kettlebell swap Kettlebell
Kettlebell Deadlift Kettlebell swap Kettlebell

From the WorkoutCard biomechanical library (613 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.