2 Push Up to Burpee

Description

This plyometric bodyweight exercise is a complex of both the push-up and the burpee exercises. This exercise is great for increasing the heart rate to burn extra calories and is also a great finisher.

Benefits

  • This exercise is good for an additional finisher after a workout.
  • Also a great cardio-move exercise used to increase the heart rate - burning more calories.
  • Targets the chest and the triceps of both arms.
  • This exercise is also a good coordination workout.

Risks

  • This exercise may not be suitable for individuals with any joint problems in their wrist, elbow, hips, knees, and ankles.
  • Plyometric exercises must also be avoided by individuals who are overweight.
  • This exercise can also injure the lower back if not properly executed.
  • This exercise is not recommended for beginners.
  • This exercise is not recommended for individuals with balance issues.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Chest, Glutes

Secondary Muscles

Calves, Hip Adductors, Quads, Shoulders, Triceps

Stabilizer Muscles

Abs, Back (Lower), Calves, Hamstrings, Obliques

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

Bodyweight

Exercise Type

Plyometrics

Exertion

60%

Cardio Intensity

70%

Force

Push

Mechanic

Compound

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

Leg Extension (Vertical)

Intensity

Low Medium

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

Plyometric

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