Starting my corporate job soon since completing my masters degree. Im active in the gym+solid core 6x a week and im struggling to figure out what to do w my hair. I dont want a protective style (sew in, knotless brsids, etc) bc i need to let my hair breathe but also cant wear my natural hair straight bc ill sweat it out during my workouts (4c). I also dont want to wear a twist out to my corporate job🥴 Im struggling and desperate for suggestions

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You do solid core 6X a week? Girl I can't even get past that statement because that is a hard freaking work out and I am so impressed. I have braids but I don't work out nearly that much and I do really low impact work outs. Its so hard to figure out what to do with my hair though.

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Seems like you’re overthinking and more concerned with perception rather than convenience. What is your goal? Low maintenance or being socially accepted in the workplace? Your hair still breathes with some of the protective styles (knotless braids, twists outs) you’re against. As someone that has been in the corporate setting for nearly two decades, hair presentation is less an issue when performance can’t be questioned. And even if people don’t understand your hairstyles and maintenance choice, so what. Outside of wigs, it sounds like you will be against any suggestion provided because your fitness lifestyle and hair needs are at odds.

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You can do mini natural twists. That way it’s still cute OR you can do mini twists with human hair extensions. I honestly do that more.

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A bun, use satin ponytail holders to protect against breakage

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Sisterlocs?

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I just do glueless wigs for the same reason

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Wigs?

That would be my suggestion too. I'd keep my hair short and just wear wigs to work. Are you opposed to this solution? I feel like it works well for a lot of people but could understand if you have hesitation

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Wear a braid twist out!

Honestly what about a short natural cut?

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