What does "low-impact" mean?

That does not place harmful stresses on the body.

Low-impact

Common synonyms include: environmental output, green procurement policy, soft-landing scenario, zero footprint.

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Adjective

1
That does not place harmful stresses on the body. not-comparable
"low-impact stretches before a full workout"
2
That seeks to minimize possible environmental impact. not-comparable
"Carry a reusable water-bottle for a low-impact hiking experience."

"I don't expend a lot of energy when I do a low-impact workout, so I like them better."