Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Good Morning Squat.
A hybrid bodyweight exercise combining the hip hinge of a good morning with a squat, targeting the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back through a full range of motion. The movement improves hip mobility and strengthens the posterior chain.
The Good Morning Squat is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
