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Upper Legs · Weighted
Plate Good Morning Anterior
Plate Good Morning Anterior is an intermediate compound strength exercise that works the hamstrings (upper legs), with the glutes assisting. It needs a weighted. A typical prescription is 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Hamstrings
- Body part
- Upper Legs
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Pull
- Sets × reps
- 3-4 × 6-10
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Lower Back
Secondary muscles
- Glutes
How to do Plate Good Morning Anterior
- Hold a weight plate against your chest, feet hip-width apart.
- With a soft knee bend, hinge forward from your hips with a flat back.
- Lower until your torso is close to parallel to the floor.
- Drive your hips forward to stand.
Form tips
- Keep the plate tight to your chest.
- Don't round your back.
Plate Good Morning Anterior alternatives
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Plate Good Morning Anterior FAQ
What muscles does Plate Good Morning Anterior work?
Plate Good Morning Anterior mainly works the hamstrings in the upper legs. The glutes work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Plate Good Morning Anterior?
You need a weighted.
How many sets and reps of Plate Good Morning Anterior should I do?
Start with 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Plate Good Morning Anterior good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler upper legs exercises.
How many calories does Plate Good Morning Anterior burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Plate Good Morning Anterior?
Other exercises for the hamstrings include Barbell Zercher Good Morning, Dumbbell Goblet Good Morning, Good Mornings and Good Mornings Resistance Band.
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