9. The Messy Bun
The messy bun looks effortless but needs to be secure for the gym. It’s quick to do. It keeps hair off your neck. It’s good for moderate workouts.
To make it gym-ready, use a strong elastic and several pins to really secure it.
8. The Rope Braid
A rope braid is made by twisting two sections of hair together. It’s an alternative to a regular braid. It holds hair well. It’s good for medium to long hair.
Twist the sections tightly and secure the end with a strong elastic.
7. The Double Buns
Similar to space buns, double buns are fun and secure. They are often placed lower on the head. They keep hair off your face and neck. They work for many hair types.
Make sure both buns are equally tight for balance.
6. The Braided Headband
You can use your own hair to create a braided headband. Or use clip-in braided pieces. It keeps hair out of your face during your workout. It adds a nice detail.
Secure the ends of your braided section behind your ears with bobby pins.
5. The Low Ponytail with Braid Detail
Add a small braid to a low ponytail for extra style. Braid a small section of hair near your face. Then gather all your hair into a low ponytail. Wrap the small braid around the elastic.
Use a clear elastic to tie off the small braid before wrapping it.
4. The Twisted Buns
Instead of just wrapping hair, twist it before forming the bun. This adds a simple variation. It can help the bun feel a bit tighter. It works for high or low buns.
Twist the section of hair tightly before coiling it into a bun.
3. The High Bun with Braid Wrap
Make your high bun extra secure and stylish. Create a high ponytail. Take a small section and braid it. Form your bun. Then wrap the braid around the base of the bun.
Pin the end of the braid securely underneath the bun.
2. The Fishtail Braid Ponytail
Combine a fishtail braid with a ponytail for a secure look. Start a fishtail braid at the top of your head. Braid down partway. Then gather the braid and the rest of your hair into a ponytail.
Use a strong elastic to secure the ponytail firmly.
