Burpees

 

A very hard exercise combining both a standard two footed squat thrust and also a star jump.

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Start by performing a single 2 footed squat thrust, followed by a single star jump in a smooth fluent movement, then repeat both movements again.

The exercise can be made easier by simple standing in the final phase of the movement, rather than jumping up into a star jump position.

This is a very hard exercise, and should only be performed by persons with a good level of fitness and are injury free.

Stretch and Warm Up before you commence any exercise and aim to finish with some good stretching to let your body and mind recover.

Look in the Circuit Exercises area for some great ways for you to design your own circuit routine at home.

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