Dumbbell Good Morning Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Erector Spinae
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Erector Spinae
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Good Morning
How to: Dumbbell Good Morning
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell with both hands at your chest.
- Engage your core, hinge your hips back, and bend slightly at the knees.
- Lower your torso until it is almost parallel to the ground while keeping your back straight.
- Push through your hips to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Bending at the waist instead of the hips.
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
- Forgetting to engage the core.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights for beginners.
- Reduce the range of motion if you feel discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to protect your lower back.
- Move in a controlled manner, avoiding jerky movements.
Dumbbell Good Morning Alternatives
Tags
hips
strength
lower back
glutes
hamstrings
dumbbells