low-impact
Britishadjective
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designed to cause minimal damage to the environment
low-impact eco-tourism
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designed to provide exercise without being over-strenuous
a low-impact workout
Example Sentences
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What’s one low-impact change you and your readers have made that significantly improved something you already buy and helped reduce waste?
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026
“Golf has a reputation as a low-impact sport. Biomechanically, though, the sport tells a different story.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 10, 2026
In these cases, you should modify your activities, switch to low-impact exercises like walking and swimming, and avoid movements like bending, twisting or lifting.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 15, 2025
As a low-impact exercise that doesn't require a partner, it became popular with older people when it first migrated to the UK - but it appears that's all changing.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2025
“Horror Yoga” is focused on restorative stretching, while “Fitness Ghouls” offers low-impact exercise.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2025
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