The Break 1

• License:

  Free to try; $39.95 to buy

• Editor's Rating:

  4.0 stars

• Average User Rating:

  5.0 stars (out of 2 votes) Rate it!

• Downloads:

  386

• Operating Systems:

  Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98

• Additional Requirements:

  Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/2003 Server

• Limitations:

  30-second trial

• Date Added:

  October 13, 2005

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Publisher's description of The Break

From Workplace Stress Solutions:

The Break is a unique, comprehensive, and effective software tool to help people combat the most common complaints of computer users everywhere: Headaches, Eye Strain, Neck and Shoulder Tension, Low Back Stiffness from prolonged sitting, and the epidemic, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The central feature is a set of brief, easy-to-follow video exercise routines.

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Editor's review of The Break

• 4.0 stars

• "The Break"

• Reviewed by: CNET Staff
• Version reviewed: The Break 1

Help for achieving a stress-free working environment is a download away with this comprehensive, mammoth application. You can easily define and schedule different stretching routines through The Break's clean and functional interface. It offers three breathing techniques and a variety of stretches for the eyes, neck, shoulders, wrists, and so on. Each routine is accompanied by a brief description and an easy-to-follow instructional video, and you can easily perform each routine while seated. The voice, background music, and videos are of good quality, which may explain the hefty download size of 73 MB. Its three-minute vacation, which displays relaxing scenes coupled with soothing music, was a welcome addition, but was locked during trial. Although the videos run for an average of only 30 seconds each, they give users a good feel for the program's registered version. QuickTime is required to make this program work. Health-conscious users will surely favor what this program has to offer, but will require patience during the download.

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• 5 stars

  Version: The Break 1

  "The Break is a terrific way to "take a break"from a busy lifestyle."

  by joyfulgirl on October 14, 2005

  Pros: I like the different variations you can choose from- like the different leaders, music and stretches. Its a great health product.

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• 5 stars

  Version: The Break 1

  "Fantastic! Just what the doctor ordered.``"

  by daisyg on October 14, 2005

  Pros: This product is exactly whath the doctor ordered, but without a prescription. I was advised to take regular breaks from the computer, to stretch my arms and legs, neck and eyes, and that's precisely what The Break helps me to do -- several times a day and on my schedule.

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