Burpee
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Cardiovascular
- Low load
- Chest, Core, Quads, and Triceps
Not shown on the map: Cardiovascular
Primary muscles
How to do it
From standing, drop the hands to the floor, jump or step the feet back to a plank, do a push-up if you are doing the full version, then jump the feet back in and stand or jump up. Land soft with bent knees. Pace yourself — they spike the heart rate fast, and technique falls apart quickly when you are gassed.
Form cues
- Pace yourself — they spike the heart rate fast
- Soft landing
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
KneeWristShoulderLower back
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.