How to Do Burpees Properly

A burpee is a classic conditioning exercise that uses your own body weight as resistance. The exercise does not require any additional equipment, meaning it can be performed anywhere. Burpees provide a high-intensity cardiovascular and conditioning exercise when performed back-to-back as quickly as possible. Maintaining proper form during the exercise is key to avoiding injury.

Things You'll Need

  • Athletic shoes
Show More

Instructions

    • 1

      Begin in a squat position with your hands on the ground in front of you.

    • 2

      Kick both legs out behind you until you are in a push-up position.

    • 3

      Pull both legs back up to squat position quickly.

    • 4

      Jump as high into the air as possible from the squat position, reaching both hands above the head.

    • 5

      Repeat until you have achieved the desired number of repetitions, building up repetitions on subsequent training days as your condition improves.