Burpee
Learn how to do the Burpee with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Cardiovascular System, with secondary emphasis on Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calves, Shoulders, Chest.
How to Do the Burpee
Follow these steps to perform the Burpee with correct form:
- 1Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2Lower your body into a squat position by bending your knees and placing your hands on the floor in front of you.
- 3Kick your feet back into a push-up position.
- 4Perform a push-up, keeping your body in a straight line.
- 5Jump your feet back into the squat position.
- 6Jump up explosively, reaching your arms overhead.
- 7Land softly and immediately lower back into a squat position to begin the next repetition.
Burpee Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- body weight
- Body Part
- cardio
- Category
- Main
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Burpee work?
The Burpee primarily targets your Cardiovascular System. Secondary muscles worked include Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calves, Shoulders, Chest. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your cardio.
Do I need equipment for the Burpee?
No. The Burpee is a bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment. You can perform it anywhere with enough space.
How do I perform the Burpee with proper form?
Start by start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.. Lower your body into a squat position by bending your knees and placing your hands on the floor in front of you. Kick your feet back into a push-up position. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
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