8 Hairstyles That Can Survive A High-Intensity Workout
Styling your hair in the gym locker room is a nightmare. The shampoo in the communal dispenser leaves your hair dried out, there are five women waiting for the one blowdryer, and you might catch an elbow in the eye while crowding into the tiny mirror space. But what if you could avoid the whole rigamarole and breeze out of the gym without having to restyle?
There are styles that can endure a long workout — and still look cute (because if you're going to walk from your Pilates class to your coffee date that's key). All you have to do is take a few extra minutes to style before hitting the gym, and that's time well spent if you can avoid the bathroom rush after the cooldown.
Ahead, we've rounded up some of the best workout hairstyles that are both practical and selfie-worthy. Just don't get too distracted taking hair shots at the squat station, you have goals to accomplish!
You can never go wrong with a classic twist. It's the perfect option when you're getting ready for that 5 a.m. cycling class with your eyes barely open.
If you have short hair, take inspiration from this half-up hairstyle that has two braids brought together into a tiny bun. It's a creative way of keeping your bangs out of your face while you do burpees.
Makeup and hair artist Lauren Smit said it best, "Double the determination with double Dutch braids." In other words, bring the same energy you had jumping rope as a kid to your HIIT workout — and your hairstyle.
Going from your workout to the office? A topknot is a great option that can be touched up quickly after your sweat sesh. Dust on some eyeshadow and you're ready to take on the day.
Sometimes you have zero time, and we get it. That's when a headband or scarf comes in handy. Try to find fun or bright designs to liven up your post-workout look.
Or, let a braid serve as your headband.
Double buns aren't just for festival season. The adorable hairstyle also serves as an easy hairdo that you can put together in less time than it takes for you to fill up your water bottle.
Get your hair braided back into a ponytail for a style that serves up a lewk but keeps your hair out of the way as you get through those yoga poses.
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