This study aims to study the effect of active breaks on different executive functions regarding the intervention and the session length. A systematic review from January to April 2024 was conducted. The search was carried out in the Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed, Eric, and PsycINFO databases. Active breaks are effective in promoting the improvement of the executive functions analyzed. A greater effect is observed for attention (g = 0.26; CI = [0.09; 0.42]). The analysis of the moderating variables has shown that the duration of the intervention programme and the duration of the session act on executive functions. As conclusions, active breaks are effective tools to improve executive functions; however, variables such as the duration of the session and the duration of the intervention programme must be considered.