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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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
Yoga, Pilates, weight training and other low-impact exercises can also be helpful, Soppe says.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Aera, founded in New York in 2019, operates as a certified B Corp and produces footwear using vegan materials and low-impact manufacturing methods.
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Rest days and low-impact exercises are key.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
Yoga, Pilates, weight training and other low-impact exercises can also be helpful, Soppe says.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Aera, founded in New York in 2019, operates as a certified B Corp and produces footwear using vegan materials and low-impact manufacturing methods.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
Rest days and low-impact exercises are key.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
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“Low-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-impact. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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