{"id":1038,"date":"2023-02-28T14:42:22","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T14:42:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/?p=1038"},"modified":"2023-06-08T13:04:15","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T13:04:15","slug":"burpee-over-bar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/","title":{"rendered":"Burpee Over Bar Exercise: High-Intensity Workout"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you looking for a high-intensity workout that will get your heart rate up and help you build muscular strength? The Burpee Over Bar exercise is the perfect workout to give you both. This full-body exercise combines cardio, core strength, and upper body strength into one challenging workout. It can be used as part of a CrossFit routine, or just as a standalone exercise to add variety to your regular workouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-64c22ec2c7909\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Breakdown_of_the_Burpee_Over_Bar\" title=\"Breakdown of the Burpee Over Bar\">Breakdown of the Burpee Over Bar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Target_Areas_Worked_in_Burpee_with_CrossFit_Bar\" title=\"Target Areas Worked in Burpee with CrossFit Bar&nbsp;\">Target Areas Worked in Burpee with CrossFit Bar&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Equipment_Needed\" title=\"Equipment Needed\">Equipment Needed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Types_of_Bar_Over_Burpee\" title=\"Types of Bar Over Burpee\">Types of Bar Over Burpee<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Variation_1_Burpee_Lateral_Jump\" title=\"Variation 1: Burpee Lateral Jump\">Variation 1: Burpee Lateral Jump<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Variation_2_Tuck_Jump_Burpee\" title=\"Variation 2: Tuck Jump Burpee\">Variation 2: Tuck Jump Burpee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Variation_3_Squat_Thrust_Burpee\" title=\"Variation 3: Squat Thrust Burpee\">Variation 3: Squat Thrust Burpee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Variation_4_Step_Up_Burpee\" title=\"Variation 4: Step Up Burpee\">Variation 4: Step Up Burpee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Variation_5_Burpee_Bar_Hops\" title=\"Variation 5: Burpee Bar Hops\">Variation 5: Burpee Bar Hops<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Variation_6_Superman_Burpee\" title=\"Variation 6: Superman Burpee\">Variation 6: Superman Burpee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Burpee_Over_Bar_Safety_Precautions\" title=\"Burpee Over Bar Safety Precautions\">Burpee Over Bar Safety Precautions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/burpee-over-bar\/#Conclusion_and_Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Conclusion and Final Thoughts\">Conclusion and Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Burpee\"><\/span><strong>What is a Burpee?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What-is-a-Burpee-1.jpg\" alt=\"burpee over bar\" class=\"wp-image-1040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What-is-a-Burpee-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What-is-a-Burpee-1-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/What-is-a-Burpee-1-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A Burpee is a <a href=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/6-exercise-full-body-workout\/\">full-body exercise<\/a> that combines strength and cardio training. It is a challenging movement that works the entire body, including the arms, chest, core, and legs. The basic form of the burpee involves starting in a standing position, dropping down into a squat with your hands on the floor, then jumping back into a plank position. From there you perform one push-up before jumping your feet back to your hands and standing up. This entire sequence counts as one rep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The burpee is an excellent exercise for improving athleticism and overall fitness levels. It engages multiple muscle groups at once and increases both aerobic and anaerobic endurance. Additionally, it can be modified in various ways to make it easier or more challenging depending on your fitness level. For example, you can add a jump at the end of each rep or incorporate other exercises such as mountain climbers or planks for added difficulty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Read more about <a href=\"\/half-burpees\/\">Learn How to Do Half Burpees<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakdown_of_the_Burpee_Over_Bar\"><\/span><strong>Breakdown of the Burpee Over Bar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The burpee over the bar is an intense full-body workout that can help you burn calories and build strength. It involves jumping over a bar, doing a push-up, and then jumping back over the bar. Here&#8217;s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>First, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart in front of the bar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reach up and grab the bar with an overhand grip, making sure your hands are slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then jump up and over the bar, landing on both feet on the other side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quickly drop down into a push-up position, perform one push-up, then jump back over the bar to return to your starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you\u2019re keeping your core tight throughout the entire exercise for maximum efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The burpee over the bar is a great way to work for multiple muscle groups at once and get your heart rate up quickly. Try incorporating it into your workouts for an effective full-body workout!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Target_Areas_Worked_in_Burpee_with_CrossFit_Bar\"><\/span><strong>Target Areas Worked in Burpee with CrossFit Bar&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"3 Tips to Make Your Bar Facing Burpees Easier\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/V7s9Oe9y50U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Burpees with a CrossFit bar are an effective exercise for targeting multiple muscle groups. The primary muscles worked include the chest, shoulders, triceps, core, and legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The burpee is a full-body movement that requires you to move from a standing position to a squat and back up again. During this motion, the chest and shoulders are engaged as you press up from the ground. As you lower into the squat position, your core is activated to keep your torso upright. Then when you jump back up again, your legs are working hard to propel you forward.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CrossFit bars add an extra level of difficulty by providing additional resistance for each rep. This can help increase muscular strength and endurance while also improving coordination and balance. Plus, using the bar helps ensure proper form since it provides a stable object to hold onto throughout the movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Equipment_Needed\"><\/span><strong>Equipment Needed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to do a burpee over the bar, you will need a few pieces of equipment. The most important piece is a pull-up bar. This can be any type of bar that is securely mounted on the wall or ceiling and is able to hold your body weight. Additionally, you may want to have a mat or cushion placed underneath the bar so that it is more comfortable on your hands and feet when doing the burpee.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also want to have some weights handy if you are looking for an extra challenge. By adding weights to your burpees, you can increase the intensity of the exercise and work for different muscle groups. Lastly, it&#8217;s always helpful to have a timer or stopwatch nearby so that you can keep track of how long it takes you to complete each set.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these pieces of equipment, you will be ready to tackle burpees over the bar safely and effectively!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Read more about <a href=\"\/crossfit-deadlift-burpee-workout\/\">CrossFit Deadlift Burpee Workout<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Bar_Over_Burpee\"><\/span><strong>Types of Bar Over Burpee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several variations of the bar over burpee exercise. Here are the most common types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_1_Burpee_Lateral_Jump\"><\/span><strong>Variation 1: Burpee Lateral Jump<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Burpee-Lateral-Jump.jpg\" alt=\"burpee over bar\" class=\"wp-image-1041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Burpee-Lateral-Jump.jpg 900w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Burpee-Lateral-Jump-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Burpee-Lateral-Jump-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The burpee lateral jump is a dynamic full-body exercise that works your core, arms, and legs. It&#8217;s a great way to get your heart rate up and burn calories quickly. Here&#8217;s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower yourself into a squat position, then place your hands on the ground in front of you and jump back into a plank position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From there, lower yourself into a pushup position, then jump both feet towards your hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, jump up and to the side with both feet together, landing lightly on the ground.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat this sequence for 10-15 reps or until you feel fatigued. Make sure to keep your core engaged throughout the entire exercise and focus on proper form\u2014this will help you get the most out of each rep. Have fun!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_2_Tuck_Jump_Burpee\"><\/span><strong>Variation 2: Tuck Jump Burpee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Tuck-Jump-Burpee.jpg\" alt=\"burpee over bar\" class=\"wp-image-1042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Tuck-Jump-Burpee.jpg 900w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Tuck-Jump-Burpee-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Tuck-Jump-Burpee-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuck jump burpees are a great way to get an intense full-body workout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>To do a tuck jump burpee, start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, lower your body into a squat position and place your hands on the floor in front of you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jump your feet back so that you are in a push-up position, then quickly reverse the motion and jump up as high as you can, bringing your knees up towards your chest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you land, lower yourself back into the squat position and repeat the sequence for as many reps as desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to keep proper form throughout the exercise to ensure maximum results and prevent injury. Make sure that when you jump your feet back into the push-up position that they stay close together and don\u2019t flare out to either side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_3_Squat_Thrust_Burpee\"><\/span><strong>Variation 3: Squat Thrust Burpee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Squat-Thrust-Burpee.jpg\" alt=\"burpee over bar\" class=\"wp-image-1043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Squat-Thrust-Burpee.jpg 900w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Squat-Thrust-Burpee-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Squat-Thrust-Burpee-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Squat Thrust Burpee is a full-body exercise that combines the squat thrust, push-up, and burpee exercises into one. It\u2019s a great way to get your heart rate up and work your whole body in just one move. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>First, start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your knees and lower yourself into a squatting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From there, place both hands on the floor and jump back into a plank position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do one push-up, then jump your feet back in towards your hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, jump up into the air as high as you can before landing back in the squatting position. That\u2019s one repetition of the Squat Thrust Burpee!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For an extra challenge, try adding in some additional squats or jumping jacks after you complete each rep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Read more about <a href=\"\/bar-facing-burpees-crossfit\/\">Master the Bar Facing Burpee CrossFit<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_4_Step_Up_Burpee\"><\/span><strong>Variation 4: Step Up Burpee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Step-Up-Burpee.jpg\" alt=\"burpee over bar\" class=\"wp-image-1044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Step-Up-Burpee.jpg 900w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Step-Up-Burpee-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/burpeescrossfit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Step-Up-Burpee-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Step Up Burpee is an effective full-body exercise that can help you build strength and endurance. Here&#8217;s how to do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Start in a standing position with your feet together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend down and place your hands on the floor, then jump back into a plank position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From here, do one push-up before jumping your feet back up to your hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, step one foot onto the floor outside of your hands and stand up straight, bringing the other foot up as you do so.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, jump up into the air with both feet before landing back in the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat this sequence for 10-20 repetitions depending on your fitness level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to focus on form throughout each rep to get the most out of this exercise. Make sure to keep your core tight and engage your glutes as you step up and jump off the ground during each repetition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_5_Burpee_Bar_Hops\"><\/span><strong>Variation 5: Burpee Bar Hops<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Burpee bar hop standard\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-JgyAsW6U4M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Burpee Bar Hops is a great full-body exercise that can help you build strength and endurance. Here&#8217;s how to do them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Begin in a standing position with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your knees and lower into a squat position, then place your hands on the ground in front of you and jump both feet back into a plank position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower your chest to the ground for one push-up, then jump both feet back up to the squat position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From the squat position, jump up as high as you can, bringing your hands up over a bar or other object at about shoulder height (or whatever height is comfortable for you). Land with soft knees and repeat the sequence from step 1 for desired reps or time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variation_6_Superman_Burpee\"><\/span><strong>Variation 6: Superman Burpee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Superman Burpees\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/p1aDpoeRxHg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Superman Burpee is a challenging full-body exercise that works your arms, chest, core, and legs. It\u2019s a great way to get an intense workout in a short amount of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>To do the Superman Burpee, begin by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend down and place your hands on the ground in front of you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jump back into a plank <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mensjournal.com\/health-fitness\/muscle-building-exercises-every-muscle-group\/\">position <\/a>and then jump forward again into the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From there, jump up into the air with your arms extended above your head like Superman flying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Land back in the starting position and repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to keep your core tight throughout the entire movement to maximize its effectiveness. You can also add a push-up after you jump forward for an extra challenge! Once you get comfortable with this exercise, you can increase the speed or number of reps to make it even more difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Burpee_Over_Bar_Safety_Precautions\"><\/span><strong>Burpee Over Bar Safety Precautions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When performing burpee over bar exercises, it is important to practice proper safety precautions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>First and foremost, make sure you have enough room to safely perform the exercise. You should also warm up your body with dynamic stretching before beginning the exercise. This will help reduce the risk of injury due to tight muscles or lack of mobility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second, use a bar that is appropriate for your strength level. If you are just <a href=\"https:\/\/chompchomp.com\/exercises.htm\">starting <\/a>out, use a low bar that allows you to perform the exercise in good form and without straining your body too much. As you become stronger, increase the height of the bar accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finally, be mindful of your breathing throughout the exercise. Breathing deeply can help you maintain control and prevent fatigue during this intense workout move. Also, focus on maintaining good form while performing burpee over bar exercises as improper form can lead to injury or strain on certain muscle groups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_and_Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion and Final Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Burpee Over Bar is a great full-body <a href=\"https:\/\/self-compassion.org\/category\/exercises\/\">exercise <\/a>that can be used to improve strength and endurance. It is an excellent way to build core strength and stability, as well as increase your cardiovascular fitness. Additionally, it\u2019s a relatively low-impact exercise that can be done anywhere with minimal space.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the Burpee Over Bar is a great exercise that can help you reach your fitness goals. It\u2019s an effective way to challenge yourself and push your body to its limits. With proper form and technique, you can maximize the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/sport\/get-inspired\/32416767\">benefits <\/a>of this exercise while minimizing the risk of injury. With regular practice, you will start to see improvements in your strength and endurance levels in no time!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking for a high-intensity workout that will get your heart rate up and help you build muscular strength? The Burpee Over Bar exercise is the perfect workout to give you both. This full-body exercise combines cardio, core strength, and upper body strength into one challenging workout. 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