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Behind-the-Neck Kettlebell Good Morning

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Behind-the-Neck Kettlebell Good Morning.

MediumGlutesHamstrings

About this exercise

The Kettlebell Good Morning is a hip hinge movement that strengthens the posterior chain, particularly the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back. Holding a kettlebell at chest level or behind the neck, you hinge forward at the hips while keeping the spine neutral, then drive the hips forward to return upright.

How to Perform

  • Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell at chest height or resting it behind your neck across the traps
  • Brace your core and maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement
  • Push your hips back and hinge forward until your torso is roughly parallel to the floor or until a stretch is felt in the hamstrings
  • Keep a slight bend in the knees and avoid rounding the lower back
  • Drive your hips forward and squeeze your glutes to return to the starting position
  • Repeat for the desired number of reps

Muscle Activation

Primary
GlutesHamstringsLower back
Secondary
Core

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes content is coming soon.

About the Behind-the-Neck Kettlebell Good Morning

The Behind-the-Neck Kettlebell Good Morning 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.

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