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One-Arm Burpee

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One-Arm Burpee

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

One-Arm Burpee is a full-body workout that aims to build muscle strength and endurance in both your lower and upper body. A standard one-arm burpee exercise works to strengthen the muscles in your legs, hips, buttocks, abdomen, arms, chest, and shoulders.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Lean over and place one hand on the floor.
  • Step 2

    Push and extend both legs backwards, bringing you into a one-arm push-up position.
  • Step 3

    Pause, then return your legs under you and immediately jump as high as you can while raising both arms above your head. Return to starting position.

Muscle Groups

One-Arm Burpee targets Abs, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Body, Pecs, Quads, Shoulders, Triceps as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Try not to sag your hips as you move into the pushup position. Keep your body straight.
  • Make sure you keep your core tight at all times and keep your back straight.
  • When jumping backwards from a push-up position, try jumping so your feet land on the floor.