Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up

Learn how to do Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 8 Chest TricepsShouldersDeep Core Dumbbells

Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up is a Dumbbells exercise that primarily targets the Chest, with secondary activation of the Triceps, Shoulders, Deep Core. It has a MET value of 8, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 280 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up

Full-body explosive move combining a burpee and a push-up while holding dumbbells.


💡 Instructions:


  • Hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.

  • Squat down and place the dumbbells on the floor.

  • Jump or step back to a push-up position with hands on the bells.

  • Do a push-up with a straight body line.

  • Jump feet forward to squat.

  • Stand tall with dumbbells at your sides and repeat.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Hips sagging during the push-up.

  • Wrists not stacked under shoulders.

  • Rounding the back when placing/picking dumbbells.

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Muscles Worked by Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up

Primary Chest
Secondary
TricepsShouldersDeep Core

Equipment

  • Dumbbells

Calories Burned Doing Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up

Calorie Calculator

MET 8
Estimated burn
280 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up

Type
Dumbbells exercise
Primary muscle
Chest
Secondary muscles
Triceps, Shoulders, Deep Core
MET value
8
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 280 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up

What muscles does Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up work?

Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up primarily targets the Chest, with secondary engagement of the Triceps, Shoulders, Deep Core.

How do you do Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up correctly?

Full-body explosive move combining a burpee and a push-up while holding dumbbells. 💡 Instructions: Hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides. Squat down...

Is Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up good for beginners?

Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up has a MET value of 8, indicating a high intensity exercise best suited for intermediate to advanced athletes.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up?

Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up requires: Dumbbells.

What are the benefits of Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up?

Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up strengthens the Chest, engages the Triceps and Shoulders and Deep Core.

What exercises are similar to Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up?

Similar exercises to Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up include Barbell Bench Press, Bench Press Machine, Close Grip Barbell Bench Press, Close Grip Push-Ups.

Is Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up better than Barbell Bench Press?

Both Dumbbell Burpee with Push-Up and Barbell Bench Press target the Chest. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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