2-Minute Timer
Two minutes is the length dentists recommend for brushing your teeth, and it turns out to fit a lot of small rituals: steeping green tea, holding a two-minute plank, resting between heavy sets, or rehearsing an elevator pitch that has to land fast. It is also the classic quick-task interval — short enough that you will actually start, long enough to do one thing properly. Set it, and let the alarm free you from watching the clock.
2 min
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Frequently asked questions
- Why is two minutes the recommended brushing time?
- Dental associations advise brushing for two minutes, twice a day, because that is about how long it takes to clean every tooth surface properly. Most people stop well short — a timer fixes that.
- How long should green tea steep?
- Green tea is usually best steeped for about two to three minutes; much longer can turn it bitter. Start at two minutes and adjust to taste.
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