Kettlebell Good Morning
Expert Advice
Keep a slight bend in your knees and hinge at the hips to protect your lower back and better target the hamstrings and glutes.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a kettlebell with both hands against your chest.
- Hinge at your hips and push your buttocks back, keeping your back flat and core tight.
- Lower your torso until it's nearly parallel to the floor, or as far as your flexibility allows.
- Pause, then slowly return to the starting position by extending your hips.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Kettlebell Good Morning primarily targets the Hamstrings, with Strength mechanics using Kettlebell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Hamstrings50%
Secondary
Quads25%
Glutes25%
Equipment
Kettlebell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Kettlebell Good Morning work?
Kettlebell Good Morning primarily targets the Hamstrings. Secondary muscles involved include Quads, Glutes. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Kettlebell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Kettlebell 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 Kettlebell Good Morning suitable for beginners?
Kettlebell 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.
