Shawn Arent, the director of the Center for Health and Human Performance at Rutgers University and a fellow at the American College of Sports Medicine, demonstrates the proper form for the burpee.

Tips for doing burpees safely and effectively Warm up beforehand: Make sure to do a proper warm-up before doing burpees to avoid injuries. Control the technique: Proper execution is crucial.

However, it’s not all about making the burpee tougher. When you need to take things down a notch, here are some ways to regress the movement: Slow your pace to focus on engaging the correct muscles.