Tabata

Burpees

Instructions: Stand tall, then squat down to bring your hands to the floor. Jump your feet back into a plank position, lowering down into a push-up. Press out of the push-up, jump your feet to your hands, and then jump straight up into the air. Land softly in the squat position, and then repeat – jumping the feet back, performing a pushup, jumping forward, and then jumping up.

Make sure to track your knees over the middle of your foot whenever you squat. When you jump back to the plank position, land with soft joints but keep your shoulders packed and your core tight. This is an advanced move, so be mindful of your form, especially as you increase your speed.

Burpees are an exhausting full-body exercise. As the tabata sets get more challenging, add in some lateral hops between burpees so you keep moving while letting your body prepare for another perfectly executed burpee repetition.