Burpee with Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Cardio
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Gluteus Maximus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 10
- Alternate Names
- Burpee with Push-up
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Burpee with Push-up
- Start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Drop down into a squat position and place your hands on the ground.
- Kick your feet back into a push-up position.
- Perform a push-up.
- Jump your feet back towards your hands.
- Jump straight up with your hands raised overhead.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core during the push-up.
- Rushing through the movements.
- Allowing the knees to touch the ground during the jump.
Modifications
- Perform the push-up on your knees for less intensity.
- Step back instead of jumping for those with joint issues.
Tips
- Ensure proper form to prevent injury.
- Land softly when jumping back to minimize impact.
- Maintain a steady rhythm.
Burpee with Push-up Alternatives
Tags
full body
aerobic
strength
cardio
plyometrics
core
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