Traction alopecia is a form of hair loss triggered by ongoing stress to the hair. This loss is caused by styles that pull the hair too tightly for extended time periods, such as tight braids, weaves, cornrows or the frequent use of curlers.
Harsh chemicals and heat treatment can also lead to this form of hair loss. Most often, eliminating the pulling or the stress to the hair will allow the hair to regrow. Abnormal shedding of hair, most noticed when hair is brushed, styled or washed, may also be caused by a condition called telogen effluvium. This occurs after a major stress to the body, such as a severe illness, rapid weight loss, pregnancy or surgery, and causes an increased number of hairs to enter the telogen phase.
Up to 50 percent of body hair can be lost as a result of this condition, according to an August article in "American Family Physician," which is correctable once the stressor is removed. Chemotherapy or other medications can lead to temporary hair loss as well, and certain medical or autoimmune conditions can cause temporary or permanent hair loss. Hair shedding is a normal part of the hair growth cycle, and is most noticeable when you wash, brush or handle your hair.
If you detect an abnormal amount of hair shedding or loss -- significantly more than strands per day on average -- speak with your doctor about potential causes and solutions. It is super common for runners with long enough hair to just throw it in a ponytail and go. Both her and Wright say the key to avoiding damage is all in the ponytail holder.
Both hair stylists recommend the same alternative to a ponytail: braids. You can either wear French or Dutch braids — both done the same way but the reverse of one another — to secure your hair to the back of your head either as one braid down the center of your head or two braids with one on each side. Ashley is a journalist based in Austin, Texas. Turn on MapMyRun desktop notifications and stay up to date on the latest running advice. Share it:. Tags hygiene training tips.
About the Author. Ashley Lauretta Ashley is a journalist based in Austin, Texas. Pinterest, Instagram, and Youtube are great places to go to learn how to get your hair out of your face quickly without resorting to a damaging pony. Check out her IGTV to see some fun how-to videos. Hair care for runners can be as simple as covering it up, just like we do with the rest of our body in unforgiving elements. She explains that in winter the covering provides warmth and protects against wind or rain, and in summer, a cap provides much-needed SPF for her hair and scalp.
If, like Valerio, you have chemically relaxed black hair and limit shampooing to once a week or less, wear a sweat-wicking gym wrap during treadmill sessions too. This is a scenario where hair care for runners is even more important. She also knows how important it is for her to use high quality hair products. Because of her training, she swims, showers, and shampoos frequently.
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