movementbreaks

noun

UK /ˈmuːvmənt breɪks/

US /ˈmuːvmənt breɪks/

Short times when kids get up and move around to help them focus.

The teacher gives us movementbreaks between lessons so we can stretch and wiggle.

SYNONYMS

activity breaks brain breaks movement pauses stretch breaks wiggle breaks

RELATED WORDS

exercise classroom focus stretching recess

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Planned pauses in a long meeting or event for people to stand and move.

The conference schedule included movementbreaks every hour.

3. Brief exercise sessions used in offices to reduce sitting time.

Our workplace wellness program encourages movementbreaks during the day.

4. Short activity intervals in therapy or training to reset posture.

The physiotherapist recommended movementbreaks for the patient's back.