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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Maggie Horton, People.com, 1 Mar. 2025
From new eco-minded hotels and volunteer opportunities to low-impact excursions, these are the best ways to experience 10 of the world’s most beautiful islands.
—Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
How To Choose Between Pilates and Yoga Both Pilates and yoga are low-impact bodyweight exercises with several health benefits.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 25 Feb. 2025
Oh, and sometimes a low-impact hit when the elevator lands at the end of the sequence.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 24 Feb. 2025
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“Low-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-impact. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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