No, the ponytail is not the ideal hairstyle for working out and here’s why

No, the ponytail is not the ideal hairstyle for working out and here’s why

When you’re into sport, tying your hair into a ponytail is an effective way to keep it in place while getting an easy hairstyle. Problem: It’s not great for hair health.

Whether you are a hairdresser expert or a novice in the field, getting a ponytail is relatively easy and fast. We often turn to her when it comes to finding a way to lighten face and neck without having to spend 30 minutes on it, especially when preparing to engage in physical activity. Unfortunately, it appears that this method, while convenient, it is not the most recommended for maintaining healthy hair, in particular that of the lengths that can be abused. Either way, celebrity hairdresser Tom Smith explains it on TikTok. He says :

“If you go for a run and opt for a ponytail, know that your banging lengths back and forth help make the ends dry and parted. “

In addition to damaging your hair, the ponytail can also be the cause of another problem we can all encounter – it can give you a headache. How ? Neurologist Denise E.Chou explains She American :

“When you do a tight bun or ponytail, or choose a braid or extensions, it pulls the nerves in your scalp, which can lead to headaches or the onset of a migraine.”

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Don’t let your morning run ruin your hair!

♬ original sound – Tom Smith

@tomsmithhd

Don’t let your morning run ruin your hair!

♬ original sound – Tom Smith

The best hairstyle to adopt for sports

If the ponytail is not the ideal hairstyle for sports, it can easily be replaced by other hairstyles that are more beneficial for the hair. According to Tom Smith, they would be the hairstyles with the least impact on the health of the hair fiber the braid (very easy to make and practical to lighten the face) e dancer sandwich if you want turn up your lengths to avoid soaking them in sweat. In all cases (ponytail or otherwise), do not hesitate to protect them by applying nourishing and moisturizing treatments once or twice a week (leave-in conditioner, oil baths, etc.) protecting them from chafing and humidity.

No, the ponytail is not the ideal hairstyle for working out and here’s why
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Front page image credits: @Darina Belonogova.

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