Ditch the Ponytail

A step-by-step guide to sprucing up your gym hair routine

Gone are the days of plain leggings and sports bra! Cute workout gear has become a fashion staple these past seasons so why not have the hair to match? 

Dutch Braid 

Keeping your hair out of your face is a must during workouts. The last thing you want to do is be continuously brushing hair out of your face. A dutch braid like this is perfect for that exact reason. 

Directions

  1. Part hair down the middle and separate into two pieces
  2. Pick a side to start with first 
  3. Grab a one inch section of hair at the top of the hairline
  4. Separate into three smaller sections and begin the braid 
  5. Instead of going over the middle strands (like in a french braid), go under the middle strand
  6. Braid until you only have an inch of hair left 
  7. Repeat on the other side 
  8. Add gel or hairspray, if needed 

Braided Top Knot 

It can be tempting to just throw your hair up in a messy bun for the gym, but you’re going to need more security especially if you’re getting your heart rate up. Doing a slick bun ensures that your hair will be out of your face even through the toughest of workouts. 

Directions

  1. Put hair into a slick ponytail
  2. Use gel to set any stray hairs in place 
  3. Braid hair and secure at the bottom 
  4. Wrap hair around the base of the ponytail until bun forms 
  5. Secure with bobby pins 
  6. Add gel or hairspray, if needed 

Faux Hawk Braid Ponytail 

You don’t have to completely ditch the ponytail, just add a twist! Whether you have layered hair or not, it always seems like the front pieces of your hair fall out first when breaking a sweat. This braided faux hawk keeps those loose pieces in tight and in tact. 

Directions

  1. Separate middle section of hair, starting from the hairline until the crown
  2. Clip away side pieces 
  3. Start dutch braiding at the hairline towards the crown
  4. Once you reach the crown, fasten with a small rubber band 
  5. Unclip sides of hair and combine all of the hair into a ponytail
  6. Smooth our sides as your putting your hair up 
  7. Secure with a hair tie 
  8. For added style, take an inch of hair and wrap around the base of ponytail 
  9. Secure with bobby pins 
  10. Add gel or hairspray, if needed