low-impact
adjective
low-im·pact
ˈlō-ˈim-ˌpakt 
sports
: relating to or involving a physical activity (such as walking, swimming, or bicycling) in which the body makes gentle contact or no contact with the ground
low-impact exercise
low-impact workouts
Testers were impressed by its compression but it's a low-impact bra, so save it for yoga, Pilates and hiking—any workouts where you don't need much support.—
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Our goal is to highlight wineries that follow sustainable viticulture and winemaking practices such as organic, biodynamic farming, and low-impact interventions to support biodiversity.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Everything was made with low-impact washing processes or created from recycled denim and sweaters.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2024
The Ranch Hudson Valley will offer three- and four-night programs (available from Monday through Thursday and Thursday through Monday, respectively) that incorporate low-impact exercises, hikes, yoga, massages, and hot and cold plunges.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2024
When each employee is more productive, when automation tools are leveraged and when low-value, low-impact tasks are eliminated, fewer of your payroll dollars are being wasted.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024
The Free to Be Serene Bra, which works best for C and D cups, offers light support ideal for low-impact activities like yoga or walking.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 15 Feb. 2024
Their focus on low-impact development and operations, combined with their selection of remote, breathtaking locations, underlines their commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 15 Feb. 2024
For a low-impact ride — both on your body and the environment — an electric scooter is hard to beat.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024
The ultra-smooth top has two separate layers—an outer mini-tank and built-in bra underneath—and is best suited for low-impact workouts, walks, or jaunts around town.
—Hannah Dylan Pasternak, SELF, 7 Feb. 2024
Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Everything was made with low-impact washing processes or created from recycled denim and sweaters.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2024
The Ranch Hudson Valley will offer three- and four-night programs (available from Monday through Thursday and Thursday through Monday, respectively) that incorporate low-impact exercises, hikes, yoga, massages, and hot and cold plunges.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2024
When each employee is more productive, when automation tools are leveraged and when low-value, low-impact tasks are eliminated, fewer of your payroll dollars are being wasted.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024
The Free to Be Serene Bra, which works best for C and D cups, offers light support ideal for low-impact activities like yoga or walking.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 15 Feb. 2024
Their focus on low-impact development and operations, combined with their selection of remote, breathtaking locations, underlines their commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 15 Feb. 2024
For a low-impact ride — both on your body and the environment — an electric scooter is hard to beat.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024
The ultra-smooth top has two separate layers—an outer mini-tank and built-in bra underneath—and is best suited for low-impact workouts, walks, or jaunts around town.
—Hannah Dylan Pasternak, SELF, 7 Feb. 2024
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“Low-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-impact. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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