Fitness-friendly hairstyles and tricks

One part of a healthy lifestyle is being physically active every day. Being active for at least 30 minutes each day can help lower your risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and some cancers. Many African American women do not get the physical activity they need because they don’t want to mess up their hair. But, there are many hairstyles that look great and can handle any workout. Other benefits of being active include looking and feeling better. Consider trying a new look today that helps you be more active!

• Natural hair styles
• Braids, twists, and cornrows
• Short hair, and close cuts
• F ull sewn-in weaves
• Wet set, wave nuevo, and rod set
• Wigs, accessories, and techniques
• Short hair – it’s easy to wash and wear
• Short, relaxed hair can be dried and styled quickly or slicked back with gel
• Locks are easy to keep up
• Long hair can be pulled back for an on-the-go style
• Blunt cuts or Bobs look great wrapped or curled and
can stay styled after workouts
• Braids, twists, and locks also stay in place during physical activity
• Cornrow braids cost less and take less time to keep up than micro-braids
• Scarves, ties or other hair accessories can b