Microbreaks of 10 minutes could help people work better, study finds

Pausing tasks for just a short amount of time can help reinvigorate workers, research suggests

Taking 10-minute “microbreaks” could help people work better and increase wellbeing, according to a study (Getty Images)

Taking “microbreaks” could help people work better and increase wellbeing, according to a study.

Researchers found pausing a task for just 10 minutes or less can help workers feel more vigorous and reduce fatigue.

Concerns are rising over workplace burnout - listed as an “occupational phenomenon” by the World Health Organisation in 2019 - as many employees face heavy workloads and long shifts.