
Burpees
Burpees are a full-body exercise that combines strength training and cardio. Excellent for building power, endurance, and burning calories.
Duration
10 min
Calories
50-80
Sets
3 sets
Reps
5-15 reps
How to Perform
- 1
Start standing with feet shoulder-width apart
- 2
Squat down and place hands on the floor
- 3
Jump feet back into a plank position
- 4
Perform a push-up (optional)
- 5
Jump feet back to squat position
- 6
Jump up with arms overhead
Muscles Worked
Pro Tips
Focus on form over speed
Land softly on your jumps
Keep your core engaged throughout
Modify as needed for your fitness level
Benefits
Full-body conditioning and power
Time-efficient calorie burn
Improves coordination and athleticism
Common Mistakes
Letting form break down under fatigue
Skipping the plank position properly
Landing too hard from the jump
Exercise Variations
Step-back Burpees (Easier)
Half Burpees (Easier)
Burpee Box Jumps (Harder)
Burpee Pull-ups (Advanced)
Alternatives
Safety Notes
Warm up thoroughly before starting
Start with fewer reps and build up
Stop if you feel dizzy or overly fatigued