There's not a jab, uppercut or front kick in sight that would sacrifice power over a sloppy hairstyle. Beat your messy 'do to the punch with a style that won't budge throughout your sprawl. Because we women can kick butt and look good doing it.

What the experts say: "The reverse French braid is great," says Kickboxing instructor Francis Parq. "It is important to keep your hair back, especially when doing fast combos so you can stay focused and have a clear visual contact between you and you target."

The look: Reverse French braid

Try it:
1. Mist a texturizing spray all over your hair. Then, use a bristle brush to smooth your hair back.
2. Begin reverse French braiding your hair back (French braid regularly as desired).
3. Once you reach the nape of your neck, braid about two more inches down and then secure with an elastic.
4. Finish with a strong-hold hairspray like Umberto Super Hold Hairspray as needed.

Depending on how much hairography (aka choreographed hair whipping a la JLo) you're shooting for, hairstyles have a pretty wide range for dance. It's an art form that gives you killer legs and loads of core strength. And you (usually) look good doing it. Opt for a style that takes the stage just as fiercely as you do.

What the experts say: Amanda Adams, professional dancer at Donna Sternberg and Dancers says, "I'm really liking braids -- cute ones down the back or off to the side. They're fun, perfect for the season and over-the-shoulder hair is always flattering."

The look: Undone side braid
Try it:
1. Gather you hair over to one side. Use a dry shampoo to add texture as necessary.
2. Begin braiding right below your ear. Make sure to keep each strand tight as you go.
3. Secure with an elastic. Tug along the length of the braid for a undone, messy look.
4. Mist with a flexible hairspray as needed.

Let's being honest: If you're doing CrossFit, you're probably not worrying about your hair (because you're so badass). So, what's the most stylish way to keep your hair from getting caught in a snatch?

What the experts say: Fitness trainer Lauren Gravatt says, "French braids are a great CrossFit hairstyle to lock your hair in place and still look good." Celebrity fitness expert Sara Haley recommends double French braids or a single French braid and low double ponytails for CrossFit workouts.

The look: Double French braids

Try it:
1. Part your hair down the center, from your forehead to the nape of your neck.
2. Begin French braiding one side of your hair from the top, making sure to keep the braid taut as you go.
3. Once you reach your nape, braid regularly down the rest of your hair. Secure with an elastic.
4. Repeat on the opposite side, securing the end with an elastic.

While you don't really need a style that looks good enough to walk the runway, you do need one that fits under your swim cap (if you're wearing one) and won't be a fussy, tangled mess post-workout.

What the experts say: "For swimming, wear your hair pulled back into tight bun under swim cap," says certified trainer Kyra Williams, also known as the Get in Shape Girl. Bonus points for moisturizing with a deep conditioner before your swim. "This helps pull more of the nutrients
into the hair," says Williams.

The look: Double twist low bun

Try it:
1. Part your hair down the center from your forehead to the nape of your neck.
2. Begin twisting one side back toward your nape. Be sure to keep your twist tight as you go. Secure momentarily as you begin the other side.
3. Repeat on the opposite side. Then take the two sides and twist them together.
5. Secure with bobby pins or a separate elastic as necessary.

Getting stronger requires patience, perseverance, diligence and no fussing around with your ponytail from shoulder press to seated rows. Make your workout count and keep your hairstyle intact with a style that threatens sweaty pieces of hair from setting foot on your face.

What the experts say: "As a general rule when strength training, it is always recommended to
pull the hair away from the face for safety," says Rachel Martin, certified personal trainer and female body
strength training specialist from New Jersey.
"Buns, braids and ponytails
will ensure maintenance of body temperature and minimize overheating."

The look: Triple Braided bun

Try it:
1. Divide your hair horizontally into three sections, securing each section into a ponytail as you go. You should have one section at the top, middle and nape of your neck.
2. Next, braid each section down through to the ends. Secure with a clear elastic as necessary.
3. Wrap each braided piece around the base of the elastic. Use a bobby pin or separate elastic to secure.
4. Finish with hairspray as desired.