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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Their low-impact deployment method suits them particularly for remote and environmentally sensitive sites, where conventional intervention equipment may be impractical or disruptive.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Activities like low-impact cardio (jogging or walking), strength training (weight lifting or weight-bearing exercises) and practicing Tai Chi or yoga will help with flexibility and balance.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2025
Walking is a low-impact, accessible, and free exercise.
—Cyra-Lea Drummond, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
The fabric is compatible with advanced low-impact finishing methods such as ozone and laser, meaning brands can eliminate potassium permanganate from their recipes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2025
Activities like low-impact cardio (jogging or walking), strength training (weight lifting or weight-bearing exercises) and practicing Tai Chi or yoga will help with flexibility and balance.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2025
Walking is a low-impact, accessible, and free exercise.
—Cyra-Lea Drummond, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
The fabric is compatible with advanced low-impact finishing methods such as ozone and laser, meaning brands can eliminate potassium permanganate from their recipes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for low-impact
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“Low-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-impact. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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