Whip That Cheer Hair Back and Forth

How to make sure your competition hair looks as great as your performance for the judges. Other than having enough hairspray to handle wind from jet turbines, there are a few practical ways to keep your hair out of your face for during a competition. With this being said, we've provided some excellent information so that your hair not only stays out of your face during tumbling passes, but also looks terrific to the judges and the audience. Messy hair can distract the judges from your execution, and may also draw your personal focus away from your routine. Hair Tips: Having the same outfit may not be enough, so many cheerleading squads choose to have their hair in uniform as well. Your coach will probably give you any guidelines or instructions for how you hair should be styled, but here are some quick pointers to ensure that during competition all you need to worry about is your routine and not competing against fly-away hairs!

• Don't wash your hair the night before competing. Hair with a little more dirt from the night before is easier to manage the next day. Shampooing and conditioning can make fine hair difficult to harness.
• Have your uniform on prior to fixing your hair. This way your hard work isn't destroyed before you put the uniform on.
• Stay away from sharp objects and pins in your hair for a competition. Flips and spins can easily turn harmless hair pins into dangerous projectiles.
• Ponytails and pigtails are great, so feel free to spruce them up whenever you get the chance. Adding details - such as braids or curls - add complexity to these simple methods of keeping hair out of your face. Just make sure it’s okay with your coach first!
• Buns work great as well. They will keep the hair out of the face and they're simple enough to throw together in a rush. You can also add braids and twists to keep things interesting.
• The final, and possibly the most important touch, is adding ribbons and bows to your hair scheme. It’s all about the cheer bow! They not only look great, but you can easily match your school's colors with this ingenious addition to complement your hairstyle.