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Hamstrings · Intermediate

Good Morning Squat

Squat-pattern drill that develops lower-body strength and control using bodyweight, with emphasis on the hamstrings, quadriceps and glutes.

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Exercise overview

Training details

HamstringsQuadricepsGlutesAdductors

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. 02Hinge at your hips and push your butt back while keeping your back straight.
  3. 03Bend your knees slightly and squat down as far as you can control.
  4. 04Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  5. 05Complete the prescribed repetitions while maintaining the same alignment and control.

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