# How to Do Burpee

Learn how to do the Burpee with correct form. Below you will find the muscles it works, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and answers to common questions.

**Difficulty:** Intermediate   **Equipment:** No equipment

## Muscles worked

full body, chest, quadriceps, core

## How to do it: step by step

- Stand with feet shoulder width apart and arms at your sides.
- Squat down and place your hands on the floor in front of your feet.
- Jump your feet back into a high plank, keeping your core tight.
- Do a push-up, lowering your chest to the floor.
- Jump your feet back under your hips.
- Explode upward into a jump with arms overhead, land softly, and repeat.

## Tips

- Skip the push-up and the jump at first; walk the steps until you can move quickly.
- Land on soft knees and keep the pace steady rather than sprinting the first reps.

*General fitness information only, not medical advice. Check with a professional if you have health concerns.*

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## Frequently asked questions

### What muscles does the Burpee work?

The Burpee mainly works the full body, chest, quadriceps, core.

### How many reps of the Burpee should I do?

A good starting point is 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps, with 60 to 90 seconds of rest between sets. Start light and add weight or reps as your form stays solid.

### Is the Burpee good for beginners?

It can be. The Burpee is an intermediate move, so learn the basic version first and build up gradually.