Have you ever noticed that you are exhausted at the end of the workday? Micro breaks can be the solution! When you take microbreaks throughout the day, it ensures that you have more energy to do your work and don’t go home limp and lifeless. Read on to find out what microbreaks are and what they can do for you!
A micropause is a very short break from 10 seconds to a maximum of 5 minutes.
A micro-break is also called a pit stop.
This very small break is meant to take your mind off your work and take a small screen work break.
These breaks help you get through the day fitter and more energetic and improve your work performance.
It is very simple to take a micro-break, getting a cup of coffee can already be a pit stop to take your mind off the work you are doing.
Other ways of taking micro-breaks include looking outside for 10 seconds or getting some fresh air for a few minutes, basically anything where you can be briefly distracted from your work and are not looking at a screen.
So what you can do during such a small break is not that difficult, but it can be difficult to take regular micropauses during a busy workday.
For taking micro breaks on time, we have the solution!
Several studies show that taking micro-breaks/restorative moments brings significant benefits to employees:
Taking a small break can significantly improve the work performance of display screen workers and provide many benefits (Van den Heuvel et al., 2002; Hedge et al., 2001, Thayer, 2008, Oppezzo & Schwartz, 2014).
Taking frequent pit stops is very important to stay focused on your work through the workday.
But when and how often should you take micro breaks to give yourself some relaxation? This is different for each person, one person needs a small break more than another but we can keep a certain average.
Keep in mind that in the morning you can probably leave a little more time between microbreaks since you are often still a little fresher.
In the afternoon, you may need more micro-breaks since you have been working for a longer time.
You now know what micropauses are, the benefits associated with them, how to take them and how often to take a micropause. But how do you make sure you keep doing this frequently and keep it up? As already described, we have the solution for this; WORK & MOVE Coach!
WORK & MOVE Coach is your own personal coach who makes sure you take sufficient mental and physical small breaks throughout the day. Through smart pit stops and exercise reminders at the right moments, you can deliver better performance and end your workday full of energy. Depending on which profile you set up, you will be notified every so often that you need to take a micro-break or sit/stand down.
In short, micro-breaks are essential for an energetic and productive workday.
They not only help you stay physically and mentally fit, but also improve your work performance. Try the WORK & MOVE Coach today and experience the benefits of regular microbreaks for yourself! Take a look at the product page and request a free trial license.
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