Dumbbell Good Morning
Expert Advice
Keep a slight bend in your knees and hinge at the hips, not the waist, to maintain tension on the glutes and hamstrings while protecting your lower back.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell at the base of your neck with both hands.
- Hinge at the hips to lower your torso forward, keeping your back straight.
- Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell Good Morning primarily targets the Glutes, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Glutes100%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Dumbbell Good Morning work?
Dumbbell Good Morning primarily targets the Glutes. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Good Morning?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Dumbbell Good Morning suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Good Morning is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
