Monthly calendar of "Mind & Move" activities CLICK HEREInteresting articles on health and fitness from around web CLICK HERE Links to the FitnessGram tutorials and practice videos CLICK HERE Regular yoga and meditation practice creates mental clarity and calmness; increases body awareness; relieves chronic stress patterns; relaxes the mind; centers attention; and sharpens concentration A brain break is just what it sounds like—a break from whatever kids are focusing on. Short brain breaks during work time have been shown to have real benefits. They reduce stress and frustration and increase attention and productivity. The key is to take them before fatigue, distraction or lack of focus set in.