Good mornings exercise is a low back exercise,targeting the lower back muscles,especially the erectors.It also works a little on the gluteus and hamstrings.One gets to gain muscles and strength in the lower back,helping to develop a strong core.However,doing this lower back exercise incorrectly makes you vulnerable to lower back pains.
CORRECT FORM:
- Keep the barbell behind your neck,on your shoulders,and keep your feet shoulder width apart.
- Make sure that the weights are not heavy.Choose very light weights for this exercise.
- Bend over,keeping your legs straight.This will stretch your hamstrings.Go back,and flex the back.
- Keep the lower back tight,and make sure that only your back muscles are working.
- When you go back up,make sure you don’t swing up.Be in control of the motion at all times.
- Do about 8-10 reps,and your workout should consist of 3 sets.