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Burpee Shuffle

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Burpee Shuffle.

HardGlutesQuadriceps

About this exercise

The burpee shuffle combines a standard burpee with a lateral shuffle step, adding a horizontal agility component to the classic full-body conditioning exercise. It elevates heart rate rapidly while training explosive power, coordination, and lateral quickness.

How to Perform

  • Start standing, then drop your hands to the floor and jump your feet back into a high plank position
  • Perform a push-up (optional), then jump your feet back toward your hands
  • Explosively jump up and immediately shuffle two to three steps laterally to one side
  • Land softly with knees bent and transition directly into the next burpee
  • Alternate the shuffle direction each rep or each set
  • Keep your core tight throughout and maintain control on every landing

Muscle Activation

Primary
GlutesQuadriceps
Secondary
AbsCore

About the Burpee Shuffle

The Burpee Shuffle is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.