low-impact

adjective

low-im·​pact ˈlō-ˈim-ˌpakt How to pronounce low-impact (audio)
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.Hannah Mendelsohn and Isabella Silvers
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Examples of low-impact in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web My current favorite pair for yoga, Pilates, and other low-impact workouts is the Athleta Elation Tights. Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2024 Bowflex Max Trainer Jumpstart Dad's fitness routine with an at-home elliptical with the Bowflex Max Trainer, priced at around $1,300 on Amazon, is a great no-frills option for anybody wanting a hearty, low-impact workout at home. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 3 June 2024 The water offers gentle resistance, making swimming an ideal low-impact workout for anyone, but especially for those who are living with any type of pain or arthritis. Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2024 Best For: Those seeking a high-intensity, low-impact workout that fits in smaller spaces. Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 23 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for low-impact 

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Word History

First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of low-impact was in 1985

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“Low-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-impact. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.

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