18 Workout-Ready Styles For Short Hair (2024)

Short hair can be a total nuisance when you're doing a 60-second round of burpees or running your daily mile outdoors. The short strands always end up out of the ponytail holder and in your face (ugh). That's why we scoured Instagram to find styling inspiration for women with supershort bobs and shoulder-grazing lobs.

1. Follow Khloe Kardashian's example. Bobby pins can be used for more than holding back loose hair—they can also be a statement accessory at the gym.

2. A braid within a braid is a great way to ensure that every little hair is picked up and pulled back.

3. Keep any short hairs from falling in your face by placing a small braid down the middle of your part.

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4. This double-knot, bandana combo is such a simple way to execute a seriously cool but functional look.

5. Of course, a headband is a great accessory when it comes to keeping baby hairs back. Pair it with a messy bun that leaves the ends out for the ultimate gym style.

6. When your layered bangs won’t stay in the ponytail holder, wrap the hair around the hair tie and pin.

7. For natural hair, keep your twists in tact to go to the gym. Your protective style will keep every hair in place and lock in moisture.

8. This relaxed knot braid is perfect if you have thick hair.

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9. Brush hair directly in front and center back and loosely tie into a knot at the crown.

10. These braids pull hair directly off the face in a looser, less uniform style.

11. If all your hair won't fit into one pony, opt for two topknot buns instead.

12. When you want a more stylish look for a lower-intensity workout, try this loose dutch braid.

13. For those last-minute workouts, twist back two sections from the front and pin within one another. Minimal effort required.

14. For a super-short bob, a half-up style will keep hair off your face when you've got more important things to focus on.

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15. If you just want to get your bangs out of the way while you work out, try this center braid with a carefree bun.

16. For those high-intensity workouts, these tight braids are sure to keep your hair back while looking like a total badass.

17. All you need is a hair tie to get this carefree knot.

18. To re-create this double braid, make a center part, braid a small section on each side, and tie the ends into a high-bun.

We tried out pinterest hair tutorials and this is what happened.