uni wigsLet’s talk the gym and wigs today.
I used to be super conscious of what to do when exercising in a wig, if you have exercised in a wig you would know what I mean when I say your head feel like it sweats 1000% more as your hair doesn’t soak it up. I was also always worried of not being able to tie my wig out of my face and it slipping off of I didn’t glue it down! The gym was a massive escape for me whilst losing my hair! I found a new passion, drive and distraction from my hair loss. But these worries were still in my head! Over the years I have discovered a few tips and tricks so I thought I would share as it’s such a common topic I get asked to share:
– Don’t be afraid to go to the toilet and wipe your head down! (I find a cold press helps as well)
– Get that hair out of your face, if you are not comfortable putting it in a bun or pony tail, try a side plait/low pony tail/bun or half up half down works a treat and you head can breath a little more.
– If you have the option try wearing a low density short wig (this solves a lot of problems)
– Try to remember everyone is in the gym to better themselves. It’s so easy to feel self conscious in the gym especially whilst going through hair loss!
– If you are going to stick your hair down I would 100% recommend using tape on the front instead! As glue can start to feel tacky the hotter and sweater you get!
By @els_alopecia_journey
