Five Minutes or Less for Health Weekly Tip: Take a Break

Taking five-minute breaks--whether you sit at a desk, do heavy construction work, or anything in between--can have several benefits. Below are examples of some activities you can do in five minutes or less for rest breaks.

• Take several short breaks throughout the day (about every hour). Make sure they include some movement.
• Take a short walk away from your workstation.
• Stand up and stretch or walk in place at your desk without looking at your computer monitor.
• Get out of your chair whenever you take phone calls at your desk.
• Change positions at your workstation.
• Have a drink of water or a light snack.

Learn More

• Adding Physical Activity to Your Life
• Physical Activity and Health
• Physical Activity: Exercises
• Office Environment & Worker Safety and Health
• Stress...At Work