Good Morning Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Hamstrings
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Good Morning Squats, Squat Good Morning
How to: Good Morning Squat
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hinge at your hips and push your butt back while keeping your back straight.
- Bend your knees slightly and squat down as far as you can control.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the squat.
- Not keeping the knees aligned over the toes.
- Using too much momentum rather than controlled movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a chair for support if you have balance issues.
- Reduce the range of motion if you're experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
- Use a controlled motion rather than rushing through the reps.
Good Morning Squat Alternatives
Tags
hip
hamstrings
strength
body weight
squat
intermediate