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Exercise & Movement

Movement snacks: tiny activity breaks that add up

Written byDieticians Rainbow Verified expert

Movement snacks are short 2–5 minute breaks: stand tall, shake arms and legs, stretch to the ceiling, or march in place. They wake sleepy muscles between long sitting blocks.

Teachers can run a shake break after two periods without leaving the room. Outdoor play still matters — snacks complement recess, they do not replace it.

Educational wellness ideas for campus programmes only.