Columbia Association: How To Do A Proper Burpee

Columbia MD

20 September, 2021

4:45 PM

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Press release from Columbia Association: September 20, 2021 Perhaps more than any other move, burpees are an exercise that people love to hate. While they tend to conjure up dreaded gym class memories and images of extreme CrossFitters, the truth is that burpees really are for everyone. We mean it! Even if a traditional burpee feels too challenging, there are plenty of variations you can try to build up your strength and reap the benefits of this strength-building, calorie-torching exercise. Need more convincing? Consider the fact that burpees are convenient and versatile — you can add them into any  workout with zero equipment needed. Read on to learn more about how to add burpees to your fitness routine.   Benefits of burpees First things first: What exactly is a burpee? Essentially, it's a squat + plank + jump move with room for many, many variations. Here's a quick look at the top benefits burpees offer: How to do a proper burpee  There are two parts to a burpee. Essentially, you move from a vertical position to a horizontal one, and then pull yourself back up again. Here's the full breakdown: Rachel Kemp, CA personal trainer, demos a burpee (with the push-up included) below.       Burpee variations  If you're a fan of TRX straps, you can always embrace them to freshen up your burpee. Make no mistake, though — it's still a pretty challenging move! In fact, placing one leg in the strap adds a new balance component that may even give the traditional burpee a run for their money.     Or, you can also try a burpee without the push-up (below). It's still a full-body strengthener that will raise your heart rate, and in time, you can challenge yourself to add the push-up as you build strength.   Want more fitness motivation? Make sure to sign up for our CA Fit e-newsletter, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter for inspiration on all things fitness-related. This press release was produced by Columbia Association. The views expressed here are the author's own.