How to do a dumbbell good morning

Lower bodyDumbbellsBeginner

A hip hinge with a dumbbell held at your chest — stretches and strengthens the back of your legs. Go light and controlled.

How to do it

1Hold a dumbbell at your chest
2Push your hips back and hinge with a flat back
3Squeeze your glutes to stand tall

Common mistakes

×Rounding your back as you hinge
×Bending your knees too much

Muscles worked

Hamstrings Glutes Back

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