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cardio

Jack Burpee

Perform a burpee, but when you stand up, perform a jumping jack immediately. High intensity cardio.

Quick facts

Difficulty
Moderate
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Push
Type
Aerobic
Injury Risk
Moderate
Hypertrophy
Low
Calorie Burn
Very High

Muscle focus

Primary and secondary muscle groups targeted by this movement.

Primary

cardio

Secondary

quads

Equipment & setup

What you need and how to position yourself before starting.

Equipment

body weight

Movement pattern

Bilateral

Posture

Standing

Tracking parameters

reps

Step-by-step instructions

Follow these cues to master proper technique and stay safe through every rep.

  1. Step 1Start Position
    • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
    • Keep your arms at your sides and your body relaxed.
  2. Step 2Squat Down
    • Bend your knees and lower your body into a squat position.
    • Place your hands on the floor in front of you, shoulder-width apart.
  3. Step 3Jump Back
    • Jump your feet back so that you are in a plank position.
    • Keep your body straight from head to heels, engaging your core.
  4. Step 4Perform a Push-Up
    • Lower your body to the floor by bending your elbows.
    • Push back up to the plank position, keeping your body straight.
  5. Step 5Jump Forward
    • Jump your feet back towards your hands to return to the squat position.
    • Keep your hands on the floor as you jump forward.
  6. Step 6Jump Up
    • Explosively jump up into the air, reaching your arms overhead.
    • Land softly with your knees slightly bent.
  7. Step 7Repeat
    • Immediately go into the next repetition by returning to the squat position.
    • Continue for the desired number of repetitions.
Version 1 · Created November 12, 2025