Take a break for your health

Now that we are working from home full time, I don’t get out of my chair nearly as often. This sedentary practice is taking a noticeable toll on my back, legs, and eyes.

My running watch has a move alert, but it is easy to ignore or completely miss when deeply concentrating on solving todays problem. I needed something that grabs my attention and forces me to take action. The macOS software, Time Out, fits my needs perfectly.

When it is time for a break the screen dims and displays:

Other configurable options include:

• Break intervals.
• Break durations.
• Ability to skip breaks when specific applications are running (ie. Zoom meeting software).
• Skip breaks after XX idle time.
• Configurable shortcuts.

No more excuses. Stand up, touch your toes, reach for the sky, get up and move. Your body will thank you.