Set up for a Burpee

• Stand in an athletic position with shoulders over hips and hips over feet.

Points of Performance for a Burpee

• Drop down into the bottom of a push up with chest and thighs in contact with the ground.
• Spring back up, piking the hips into a partial squat.
• Jump up clapping the hands overhead to complete the rep.
• Hips and knees must be fully locked out and open at the top while feet leave the ground. Athlete’s entire body must be vertical in air.

Tips and Tricks

• Don’t fight the negative in the descent of the push-up.