Cardio

Burpee Pull-Up

Animated demonstration of the Burpee Pull-Up

Muscles worked

Front and back body map of the muscles worked by the Burpee Pull-Up

Main muscles

  • Gluteus Maximus
  • Latissimus Dorsi
  • Pectoralis Major (Middle)
  • Vastus Lateralis

Also working

  • Biceps Brachii (Long Head)
  • Biceps Brachii (Short Head)
  • Gastrocnemius (Lateral)
  • Rectus Abdominis
  • Triceps (Lateral Head)

What it is

A burpee finished with a jump to a pull-up bar and a pull-up. It combines full-body conditioning with pulling strength. Stand under the bar so the jump lines up.

Technique tips

  • Stand under the bar
  • Do a full burpee
  • Jump and grab the bar
  • Pull up then drop back down

How to track your progress

Log distance and time. Straddly tracks your pace and your longest effort, and marks new bests automatically.

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