I hate burpees but I also love them because it kicks my ass every time I think I have mastered them. No wonder it’s a staple military workout. So, if burpees are not a part of your daily workout routine, here’s why it most certainly should be. © gofitstayfit1) They Work Major Muscle Groups © crossfitbkTry doing a burpee and you will know. You will end up working everything from your chest muscles to your quads and even the abs and the triceps. It takes a toll on all major muscle groups in your body. 2) It Will Shoot Up Your Metabolism© crossfitbkAn active metabolism is essential in burning fat, and burpees literally shoot up your metabolism. Doing burpees kickstarts such an intense metabolic activity, that the body needs a longer time to reach its normal state. This means that the calorie consumption is still increased even hours after the workout and hence, fat loss is initiated. 3) It Will Melt That Stubborn Fat © livefit24One exercise that literally torches stubborn fat, mostly around the torso area, is burpees. Since working muscles burns fat and burpees engage almost every muscle group in your core, it proves to be a silver bullet to kill fat. 4) You Can Literally Add Them To Any Workout© redxcrossfitLifting day? Check. HIIT day? Check. Running day. Check. Adding burpees to your workout will only make your workout more intense and, eventually, more satisfying.5) Your Body Is Your Equipment© crossfitbkThe best thing about burpees is that you can pull them off almost anytime and anywhere. Unlike traditional gymming or running, burpees are a bodyweight exercise.