How to do a good morning

Lower bodyBodyweightBeginner

A standing hip hinge that stretches and strengthens the back of your legs — go light and slow to feel it.

How to do it

1Stand tall, soft knees, hands across your chest
2Push your hips back and hinge forward with a flat back
3Squeeze your glutes to stand back up

Common mistakes

×Rounding your back as you hinge
×Bending your knees too much and turning it into a squat

Muscles worked

Hamstrings Glutes Back

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