{"id":7929,"date":"2020-07-31T19:22:13","date_gmt":"2020-07-31T19:22:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=7929"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Calories Do Burpees Burn? The Most Efficient Workout Move Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#What_Are_Burpees\" >What Are Burpees?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#What_Are_Some_Benefits_of_Burpees\" >What Are Some Benefits of Burpees?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#They_Are_a_Full-Body_Workout\" >They Are a Full-Body Workout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Maximum_Calorie_Burning\" >Maximum Calorie Burning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Improves_Cardiovascular_Fitness\" >Improves Cardiovascular Fitness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Convenient_and_Versatile\" >Convenient and Versatile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Improves_Balance_and_Coordination\" >Improves Balance and Coordination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Improve_Muscular_Endurance\" >Improve Muscular Endurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Weight_Loss\" >Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#How_Many_Burpees_Do_I_Need_to_Do_to_Burn_100_Calories\" >How Many Burpees Do I Need to Do to Burn 100 Calories?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#How_Many_Calories_Do_Burpees_Burn\" >How Many Calories Do Burpees Burn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#How_to_Do_Burpees_for_Weight_Loss\" >How to Do Burpees for Weight Loss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#The_Burpee_Pull-up\" >The Burpee Pull-up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#The_Reverse_Burpee\" >The Reverse Burpee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#The_Ball_Slam_Burpee\" >The Ball Slam Burpee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Pistol_Burpees\" >Pistol Burpees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Kettlebell_Deadlift_Burpee\" >Kettlebell Deadlift Burpee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#How_can_I_do_burpees_with_proper_form\" >How can I do burpees with proper form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#Are_burpees_good_for_weight_loss\" >Are burpees good for weight loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#How_many_burpees_a_day_for_weight_loss\" >How many burpees a day for weight loss?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-calories-do-burpees-burn\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many calories do burpees burn? Will they help you lose weight? Is it worth incorporating them into your workout routine? Are burpees as bad as people say they are?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know what burpees are or have heard about them, then you know that the majority of people in the fitness world have a lot of strong opinions about them. Most people would do anything to avoid them (and even look for options to replace them), while some, albeit a very small number, love them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Burpees\"><\/span><b>What Are Burpees?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A burpee is a calisthenic exercise that combines several simple movements, including a squat, push-up, and jump, and uses your body weight for resistance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/318485-the-calories-burned-with-burpees\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). To anyone who is unsure about what <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calisthenics-chest\/\">calisthenics<\/a> are, they are low-resistance exercises that use your body weight rather than other equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical examples of calisthenics include <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calories-burned-jumping-jacks\/\">jumping jacks<\/a>, push-ups, sit-ups, planks, and lunges (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/benefits-calisthenics#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Burpees can also be referred to as a compound exercise as they work out different groups of muscles at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_Benefits_of_Burpees\"><\/span><b>What Are Some Benefits of Burpees?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_Are_a_Full-Body_Workout\"><\/span><b>They Are a Full-Body Workout<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are in a time crunch and would love to work out both your upper and lower body, burpees are the way to go. When doing burpees, you can exercise the muscles in your legs, glutes, core, deltoids, arms, and more. After a quick dynamic warm-up, incorporating burpees into your workout will allow you to get a well-rounded full-body workout in a short amount of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maximum_Calorie_Burning\"><\/span><b>Maximum Calorie Burning<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As stated above, burpees are a full-body workout that targets several muscle groups throughout your body. Multi-joint exercises such as burpees are also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/compound-exercises-for-weight-loss\/\">compound exercises<\/a>. The human body expends approximately five calories of energy to consume one liter of oxygen. As this kind of workout targets multiple muscles, it means that you\u2019ll require more oxygen to perform it, which leads to more energy expenditure and calorie burning (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/education-and-resources\/professional\/expert-articles\/5811\/5-benefits-of-compound-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Cardiovascular_Fitness\"><\/span><b>Improves Cardiovascular Fitness<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burpees are also a high-intensity plyometric workout that will get your heart pumping fast, providing an excellent cardiovascular workout. A healthy heart lowers your risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and stroke.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy heart also lowers blood pressure by improving and managing levels of cholesterol and other fats in the blood and improves your body&#8217;s ability to manage blood sugar and insulin levels. This lowers your risk for type 2 diabetes, helps you maintain a healthy weight, and reduces levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) in your body, which may also lower your risk of heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucsfhealth.org\/education\/heart-health-benefits-of-physical-activity\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/12.png\" alt=\"how many calories do burpees burn\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Convenient_and_Versatile\"><\/span><b>Convenient and Versatile<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you can use weights when doing burpees, they are mostly done without them. As long as you have enough space around you, this workout can be done anywhere. If you need added weights to add intensity to the workout, light dumbbells and ankle weights at home should do the trick.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Balance_and_Coordination\"><\/span><b>Improves Balance and Coordination<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving from a push-up or plank position and then jumping can be quite challenging to your balance and coordination. Don\u2019t be surprised if you stumble the first few times you attempt this exercise. However, with time and patience, your balance and coordination will significantly improve.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Muscular_Endurance\"><\/span><b>Improve Muscular Endurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burpees are a high-intensity exercise that requires nearly continuous muscle activity. This type of full-body strengthening plyometric activity is excellent for improving muscular endurance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/331299-burpees-benefits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As previously mentioned, you\u2019ll burn a lot of calories while doing burpees due to the high metabolic demand they place on your body. High caloric expenditure paired with a balanced, calorie deficit diet will result in weight loss for those who wish to shed some weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\">Start using our app and watch the magic happen <\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Burpees_Do_I_Need_to_Do_to_Burn_100_Calories\"><\/span><b>How Many Burpees Do I Need to Do to Burn 100 Calories?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many calories do you burn doing burpees for 2 minutes? How many calories do 10 burpees burn? How many calories do 100 burpees burn? These are all questions that anyone who wants to lose weight or fat tends to ask themselves once they decide to incorporate burpees into their workout routines.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Calories_Do_Burpees_Burn\"><\/span><b>How Many Calories Do Burpees Burn?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Harvard medical research, doing moderate-intensity calisthenics can burn anywhere from 135 to 189 calories in 30 minutes for individuals who weigh between 125 and 185 lbs. Vigorous calisthenics for individuals of the same weight range can expect a caloric expenditure of 240 to 336 calories in the same amount of time. Typically, burpees are considered a vigorous calisthenic, which is associated with a higher range of caloric expenditure, but this will be determined by your pace and whether or not you are completing the full movement each repetition or a regressed variation of the movement. In addition, the number of calories burned during any activity is highly individual and is dependent on several factors such as age, gender, size, and genetic factors. Typically, the lighter you are, the fewer calories you\u2019ll burn, compared to a heavier person doing the same type of workout (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/diet-and-weight-loss\/calories-burned-in-30-minutes-of-leisure-and-routine-activities\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the exact number of calories burned per minute doing burpees (or any other activity) cannot be determined using an equation, most fitness trackers and smartwatches provide estimates that are fairly close, provided you have entered accurate biological information in the app.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On average, to burn the equivalent calories of a scoop of ice cream, you\u2019ll need to do approximately 80 burpees, a slice of chocolate mud cake demands 493 burpees, and a 30g cookie requires 141 burpees(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.com.au\/2017\/05\/07\/this-is-how-many-burpees-it-takes-to-work-off-13-popular-foods_a_22070127\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that the number of burpees done does not matter. What\u2019s more important is the intensity with which you do them. We all work out at different speeds, so instead of aiming for a specific number, time yourself, and try to up the number of burpees you can do per minute while keeping proper form. Not only will this help with your endurance, it will also do wonders for the calories lost in a single session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/13.png\" alt=\"how many calories do burpees burn\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_Burpees_for_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>How to Do Burpees for Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we\u2019ve already established, burpees are a great workout option for anyone who is working out to lose weight. Here\u2019s how to do burpees safely:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While standing up, start by reaching both hands in the air over your head, and then come down into a squatting position. Squat as low as you can.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach your hands to the floor and kick your legs behind you, coming to the top of a push-up position. Your arms should be shoulder-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do a push-up while in this position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jump your feet back to the squat position and push off your feet into an explosive leap with both hands directly above your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most common variation of burpees and is known as a <\/span><b>&#8216;push-up burpee&#8217;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/guides\/well\/activity\/how-to-do-a-burpee-with-push-up\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, this can be quite difficult for someone who\u2019s just getting into this workout. If you\u2019re wondering how to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-burpees-for-beginners\/\">do burpees for beginners<\/a>, the process is the same. The only difference is that you\u2019ll omit the push-up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you become stronger, you can incorporate the push-up. Other advanced burpee variations include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Burpee_Pull-up\"><\/span><b>The Burpee Pull-up<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While standing up, start by reaching both hands in the air over your head and then come down into a squatting position. Squat as low as you can.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach your hands to the floor and kick your legs behind you, coming to the top of a push-up position. Your arms should be shoulder-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do a push-up while in this position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jump your feet back to the squat position and push off your feet into an explosive leap with both hands directly above your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold on to the pull-up bar above your head and pull yourself up. This is a great addition as it helps you build your upper-body muscles even more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mensjournal.com\/health-fitness\/the-best-burpee-variations-to-burn-fat-and-build-explosive-power\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/burpee-benefits\/\"><i>Burpees Benefits, Technique, and Everything Else You Need to Know<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Reverse_Burpee\"><\/span><b>The Reverse Burpee<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you think that normal burpees are a walk in the park, try this variation instead:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in an athletic position with your knees bent, chest up, and eyes looking forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower your butt to the ground and allow yourself to fall backward on the ground\/turf.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drive your knees toward your chest while driving the back of your shoulders into the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapidly shoot both knees forward, drive both feet into the ground, and stand up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As soon as you stand up, jump in the air, then land softly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do this 10 times for three sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Ball_Slam_Burpee\"><\/span><b>The Ball Slam Burpee<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the perfect variation for anyone with pent-up aggression or who is just looking to improve the total body power needed for athletic performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand tall holding a medicine ball with both hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rise on your toes and bring the ball overhead, then slam it into the ground as you drop into a burpee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you pop back up, pick up the ball, lift it overhead, and repeat the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll probably be less angry once you\u2019re done with this move, but it also puts your abs and front and lateral deltoids (the muscles at the front and sides of the shoulders) through a serious workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pistol_Burpees\"><\/span><b>Pistol Burpees<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start on one leg in an athletic position with your knees bent, chest up, and eyes looking forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower your entire body to the ground and place both hands on the ground in front of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform a push-up and rapidly bring the same leg that you have been standing on forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying on the same leg, lower your butt to the ground and allow yourself to fall backward on the ground\/turf.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drive your knee toward your chest while driving the back of your shoulders into the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapidly shoot that same leg into the ground while keeping your opposite leg straight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.menshealth.com\/fitness\/a26854745\/burpee-workout-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kettlebell_Deadlift_Burpee\"><\/span><b>Kettlebell Deadlift Burpee<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand between two kettlebells.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you drop down into a burpee, use the handles of the kettlebells almost as parallel bars, gripping them as you jump your feet back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep a tight grip on the kettlebells as you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-brace-your-core\/\">brace your core<\/a>, and deadlift the kettlebells in front of your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that the pistol and reverse variations are quite advanced. Work your way through the beginner, standard, ball slam, pull-up, and kettlebell deadlift versions before you attempt the two other types.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\">Get your life moving in the right direction with BetterMe!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/15.png\" alt=\"how many calories do burpees burn\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_do_burpees_with_proper_form\"><\/span><strong>How can I do burpees with proper form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper form is essential in every workout. With the correct form, you can get maximum benefits from each workout, and you lower the risk of hurting yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you squat, ensure your hands are between your knees on the ground (approximately shoulder-width apart).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you push back into a push-up position, your feet should be wide enough apart that you have a stable base of support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core so you keep your body in a straight line during the high plank\/pushup portion of the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose to do a push-up, touch your chest lightly to the floor while keeping your core engaged.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you leap back forward, your legs should be apart, keeping your hands in between your knees (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.menshealth.com\/fitness\/a25558834\/burpees-form-workout\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_burpees_good_for_weight_loss\"><\/span><strong>Are burpees good for weight loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they are. This exercise is widely known for its ability to help burn fat in a short time. However, this is only possible if you eat healthy foods and are on a caloric deficit diet. If you\u2019re working out while still overeating or excessively indulging in junk food, you will probably not see great results.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_burpees_a_day_for_weight_loss\"><\/span><strong>How many burpees a day for weight loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This depends on how many you feel capable of doing without overworking yourself. Some people prefer to incorporate burpees into an everyday weight loss routine, while others may incorporate them into one or two workouts per week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no right or wrong as long as you also incorporate enough rest and recovery time to avoid burnout and overuse injury. In addition, although burpees work a ton of muscles, they shouldn\u2019t be seen as the holy grail of exercise. Make sure you incorporate other exercises and other forms of exercise into your program for a more well-rounded routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t get too hung up on exactly how many calories you burn while doing burpees or any other type of exercise. As long as you stay consistent with your exercise, eat a balanced diet with the right number of calories based on your size and goals, and incorporate other positive lifestyle factors (adequate sleep, stress management, social relationships, etc), you\u2019ll see some wonderful results. But remember, we\u2019re not all built the same, and neither are our metabolisms and fitness levels. Always start small, mind your form, and manage your expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=how_many_calories_do_burpees_burn\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burpees burn a lot of calories in a short amount of time. The plyometric, full-body nature of the movement means a variety of muscle groups throughout the body are working simultaneously at a high intensity. This places high metabolic demand on the body to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-getting-a-massage-burn-calories\/\">burn calories<\/a> quickly, while also improving endurance, strength, and coordination. The exact number of calories burpees can burn is highly dependent on the burpee variation you perform, in addition to your age, size, gender, and genetic factors. Generally, this type of workout is fantastic for both beginners and exercise veterans who wish to lose weight and fat quickly when paired with a balanced, calorie deficit diet and other positive lifestyle factors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to pace yourself and not over-exercise when you\u2019re attempting to lose weight or gain muscle. <\/span><b>Before you attempt burpees, please consult your doctor to ensure your body can handle this and any other forms of exercise you may wish to attempt.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How many calories do burpees burn? Will they help you lose weight? Is it worth incorporating them into your workout routine? Are burpees as bad as people say they are? 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