1-Minute Timer
Press start. It counts down to zero and rings an alarm — nothing to download, nothing to sign up for.
About this 1-minute timer
A one-click 1-minute countdown, most often used for a quick breather between reps, timing a 1-minute plank or elevator pitch, or a short brain-break between tasks. It runs in your browser and rings when it reaches zero.
Why a one-minute timer is harder than it sounds
A minute feels short until you're holding a plank or trying to sit still. Without a timer people consistently misjudge it — usually cutting it short when the effort is unpleasant and overshooting when it's easy. That's exactly why a visible countdown helps: it removes the guessing and stops you negotiating with yourself halfway through.
1 minute in other units
| Seconds | 60 |
|---|---|
| Minutes | 1 |
| Hours | 0.017 |
| Milliseconds | 60,000 |
| Share of a day | 0.07% |
Tips for using a 1-minute timer
- For planks, wall sits, or breath holds, watch the countdown rather than counting in your head — mental counting drifts fast under strain.
- One minute is the standard rest between sets for hypertrophy training, which is why it's such a common gym timer.
- Sixty seconds of slow breathing (about six breaths) is a legitimate reset between stressful tasks.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set a 1-minute timer?
Press Start above and the page counts down from 1 minute on its own — nothing to type. Need a little longer? Press +1 min while it runs, or pick a nearby duration from the list.
How many seconds are in 1 minute?
1 minute is 60 seconds — 1 minutes or 0.017 hours. That's 0.07% of a day.
What is a 1-minute timer good for?
People commonly use a 1-minute timer for a quick breather between reps, timing a 1-minute plank or elevator pitch, or a short brain-break between tasks.
Will it keep time if I switch tabs?
Yes. The countdown is measured against your device clock rather than counting screen refreshes, so it stays accurate in a background tab and the alarm fires on time. Some browsers need one click on the page before they allow sound.