Why not make the most of that precious hour – or half hour – by trying some of these suggestions...

Take advantage of the summer sun and make the most of clean air and good food with your colleagues.

If there’s a green space near your workplace why not organise a game of rounders or football, hold a gardening session, or a group walk? Take time to enjoy the outdoors and get re-energised for an afternoon of productive work.

Local sponsored walks or marathons are a great way to keep active. Sign with your colleagues and train together during lunch breaks. Participating as part of a team can give a communal sense of achievement when you complete the challenge. 

If you’re feeling stressed, listening to a calming song can take your mind off work for a few minutes and help you unwind and refocus. Research has found slow, quiet music can encourage relaxation and reduce anxiety.

When you’re working hard to complete a task, music can also help eliminate distractions around you. By blocking out the noise of your fellow workers, machinery or bleeping phones you can focus easier on the task at hand.

Listen to your favourite song as a simple treat to yourself. Rewarding yourself is a great way for your general wellbeing, giving you some added motivation so you can better tackle a big workload.

(Article sourced from www.mind.org.uk)