Weight Training

Hip Hinge (Good Mornings) exercise

The hip hinge, often performed as a good morning, strengthens the posterior chain — including the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back — while teaching proper hinge mechanics. It’s an excellent movement for improving posture, stability, and foundational lifting technique.

Hip Hinge (Good Mornings) exercise demonstration

How to perform Hip Hinge (Good Mornings)

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a barbell lightly across your upper back, not on your neck.
  2. Engage your core and slightly bend your knees.
  3. Keeping your back flat, hinge forward at the hips by pushing them backward while maintaining a neutral spine.
  4. Lower your torso until it’s nearly parallel to the ground or until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
  5. Drive your hips forward and contract your glutes to return to the starting position.
  6. Avoid rounding your back or bending excessively at the knees.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions with controlled movement and breathing.

Use controlled movement and an appropriate variation for your current ability. Stop if an exercise causes sharp pain, and seek qualified guidance when needed.

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