Pomodoro Session Planner

How to calculate Pomodoro cycles?

A session is calculated by dividing total time by the sum of work and break durations while accounting for long break intervals.

Formula: Blocks = Total Time / (Work + Short Break + (Long Break / Interval))

Using the Pomodoro Planner: an example

Example: A user has 120 minutes of total time, 25-minute focus blocks, and 5-minute short breaks.

Step-by-step calculation:

1. Calculate the total cycle length (30 mins per block)
2. Divide 120 total minutes by 30 minute blocks
3. The result is exactly 4 work blocks
4. Schedule a long break after the 4th block if time remains

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard Pomodoro interval?

The classic method uses 25 minutes of work followed by a 5-minute break.

Why use long breaks?

Long breaks (15-30 mins) help prevent cognitive fatigue after several consecutive focus sessions.

Can I adjust the timings?

Yes, the 'Flowtime' variation suggests longer blocks (50-90 mins) for deep work tasks.