While many swear by them, most of us see burpees as a form of punishment, usually lined up drill sergeant-style by overzealous bootcamp PTs. Often the final blow in an already brutal workout, burpees ...

So, you know, it's not for the faint of heart. It's a grueling competition, which is why a young woman collapsed in the middle of Sydney's recent bout. Her teammate and boyfriend, on the other hand, ...

When a trainer says the word, you'll know that your workout will likely leave you doubled-over, heaving to catch your breath. It's synonymous with struggle, and you probably guessed it already: burpee ...