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We've all been there. You're at work. You've got a ton of stuff to do. Your mind is spinning and you can't focus. So how many times have you wished your boss would give you a break? Some employers are relaxing the rules and letting their workers do the same, by offering a little yoga on the side, on the job.

Karen Lindenberg runs Phyzz Yoga in Seattle. For the past six years, she's gone from workplace to workplace providing yoga sessions to employees. Madeline Kesten attends the Thursday class offered at Fred Hutchison Cancer Research Center.

"I sit in front of a computer most of the time. For me, it's a wonderful way to take a break and re-energize," says Kesten.

Yoga is well known for reducing a person's stress, which is also a common byproduct of the office. But with some deep breaths and relaxing stretches, workers like Stu Yarfitz can get their second wind.

"It helps my frame of mind and mood."

Participants also say their attention span or concentration is better after a session. Some even report feeling more creative. It's right there and convinient to attend. And Lindenberg says employers are appreciating the perks as well.

"Yoga's a proactive wellness strategy. It reduces sick days . It makes people happier. It makes them more well. It's cheaper than any benefit program."

But Lindenberg says there's an even bigger benefit.

"This is a way we heal the relationship we have between who we are and how we make our living. If you ask 80%of people on the street, few will say they love their job. I want to help people reach that point. I want people to love what they do. I do," says Lindenberg.