Exercise library · Hamstrings
Good Mornings Dumbbell
The Good Mornings Dumbbell is a dumbbell exercise that targets the hamstrings, with the lower back assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Hamstrings
- Also works
- Lower back
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell against your chest or behind your neck with both hands.
- Keep your chest lifted, core tight, and knees slightly bent.
- Hinge at the hips by pushing them back while maintaining a straight back.
- Lower your torso until it is almost parallel to the ground or until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
- Engage your hamstrings and glutes to return to the standing position.
- Maintain control throughout the movement and avoid rounding your back.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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