Overcome neck and back pain by kit laughin is also a good read for stretches to help relieve back and neck pain. I usually relax my new growth ng about anywhere between every 1216 weeks. I am lucky to have a friend who is a mobile hairdresser who is happy to come to my home and apply the relaxer to my hair, i get her to do it to ensure i dont over process my hair or miss any sections in the back or nape area. If you get your relaxer every six weeks then it is not a coincidence that your hair is damaged. The chief reason is that stretching gives a clear line of demarcation between the new growth and the relaxed part of the hair. Stretching is essential to your prepost workout routine. Golf jogging biking skiing swimming tennis gardening hiking. Dec 08, 2016 how to stretch your relaxer past 6 weeks seriesweek 18 week 18 is finally here. With these tips, i went from not being able to stretch beyond 8 weeks to stretching to 27 months. Her pilatesbased moves soothe the spots where many of us feel stiffness and tension the hips. Going without perm breakage black hair media forum.
I recently took out the cornrows id been wearing for about 3 weeks and came face to face with 4 inches of thick, coarse, kinky new growth. That was just prior to my transition from relaxed to natural hair. I dont comb through the hair until after ive sat under the heating cap for at least 10 mins and i always finger comb first. I was super excited when i decided to stretch as far as i could but last week my hair started falling and hard to manage. I want to stretch my relaxer for 7 months natural hair. Start studying cosmetology chapter 18 part 2, relaxing. In this video i am collaborating with jay from relaxed thairapy to give you tips for stretching your relaxer beyond 12 weeks. Today i want to give you five of my professional tips to make stretching your relaxer easier.
The consequences of not stretching wont be visible for awhile, which is why its easy to rank it with low priority. Can someone explain to me what a post relaxer is, any black. Relaxer stretching relaxed hair regimen, healthy relaxed. So as you may know, i relax my hair every 5 months 20 weeks. Why you should never relax your hair every six weeks in order to successfully have relaxed hair that is not damaged, breaking, shedding, and thinning you must be knowledgeable about your hair.
Relaxer stretching can be good for your hair if its successful. Nov 2, 20 when youre on your relaxer stretch, i think theres this sweet spot where you are so content with the way that your previously relaxed hair and your new growth are working together. Im only 5 12 weeks post relaxer, and i notice that my hair is starting to break, any suggestions. Stretching your relaxer will prove beneficial to your hairs health when done correctly. It is time to make a decision, continue with transition or relax. Listening to songs and working out at the same time is even better as you are combining two very positive. Weve spent over 50 years defining fitness and now were reinventing it. This happens often so to reverse the emotion, you should have a few cheerful and lively songs in your ipod just in case you need an instant mood booster.
Can anyone explain to me the good and about about it as well. For those unfamiliar with stretching, its when you wait a longer period of time between your relaxers. And, as lovely as a trip to the spa might be, we cant all afford a professional massage. At that time, i decided to go ahead and get my relaxer. Welcome to the first installment of your stretching tips. If you are consistent day after day you will see remarkable improvements in range of motion and decreased risk of injury, however right. Friday i relaxed my hair and from my previous post youll know the. These tips are also great for those who choose to transition. Covering all the muscle groups of the body, the author offers specially designed programs catering to every level of fitness. Personally, i think thats the perfect amount of time for my hair. When im that far post relaxer i must deep condition more often than the onceweek that i. Last year i did do a good job of stretching it but i got so caught up in it beingunmanageable that i stopped moisturizing it for a while and just threw senegalese twist in my hair so i didnt have to touch or style it. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. I share my top tips on how to stretch your relaxer without too much breakage.
In addition, inverted poses like this can ease menstrual cramps, pms and menopausal symptoms and most importantly right after clipping in relieve tired and cramped legs while gently. Golds gym has evolved so you can transform your life. For those unfamiliar, relaxer stretching refers to the practice of extending the amount of time between your retouches. The products are divided into 4 categories based on their composition and price range. With sections on healing, relief from nonstop thinking, transforming unpleasant sounds, solitude, being at peace, and more, how to relax includes meditations to help you achieve the benefits of relaxation no matter where you are. I only recommend superextended stretches if the hair is protected and little manipulation will occur. I am currently 15 months post relaxer and have used these tips throughout my relaxer stretch. The most important factor in flexibility stretching foam rolling is to be consistent. This fiveminute stretching routine from blogilates founder and youtube fitness star cassey ho. Today i am here to educate you about relaxers, how they can be a good thing to have if that is what you choose to have, and also how they can damage your. Nov 21, 2017 a few weeks ago i decided i was done with selfrelaxing and contacted one of my hairdressers jade who used to relax my hair, to come round to relax and trim my hair.
Her pilatesbased moves soothe the spots where many of us feel stiffness and tension the hips, shoulders, and back and you dont have to twist yourself into a pretzel to get relief. Im always sure to keep my hair detangled and to minimize manipulation and ive had wonderful growth since doing so. In how to relax, zen master thich nhat hanh shares inspiration and clear, simple directions for exploring mindfulness meditation. I stretch relaxers for the purpose of limited chemical exposure first and foremost, and my hair and scalp has been healthier when i stretch 1218 weeks as opposed to 8 weeks. When im that far post relaxer i must deep condition more often than the onceweek that i usually do. Sep 11, 2012 it hasnt been that difficult considering the fact that i have been protective styling and havent actually worn my hair out in the entire 8 months. How to stretch your relaxer past 6 weeks seriesweek 18 week 18 is finally here.
I am using a chi type flat iron and it has been keeping my hair straight except at the root but i dont want my hair to break. Stretching is a crucial part of any pre and post workout routine. I am not trying to eliminate getting relaxer but i am tired of having to get one every six to eight weeks. How to stretch your relaxer for six months homemade hair. Surprisingly 11 weeks post relaxer saturday, march 02, 20. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Most healthy hair journeyers have heard, read or been told stretching is a must to have healthy relaxed hair. While i currently go 12 weeks between my relaxer touchups ive gone longer in the past, as long as 18 weeks. Your workout should be a pleasurable part of your day, whether its the. Oct 17, 2012 well the number one reason is very simple.
Although you can jump to any stretch, the author recommends you follow the lessons in order for weeks. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or. I dont get what a post relaxer is except it has something to do with stretching relaxed hair or something. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Sierra in herbal medicine there is a phenomenon known as the doctrine of signatures. Nov 09, 2011 stretching your relaxer will prove beneficial to your hairs health when done correctly. I had been in this place once before, at 18 weeks and 3 days post relaxer. Stretching does not always have to come directly before exercise. By that time most people have a significant amount of new growth to minimize the chances of the relaxer overlapping, and therefore over processing the previously relaxed strands. Then i add more conditioner to the spots that are still tangled, my ends and hairline.
This has been my goto style of late last monday, i washed my hair with oliive olive oil shampoo with conditioner. Have you ever noticed that when you start listening to unhappy songs you unwittingly begin to feel miserable. Nov 23, 20 so as you may know, i relax my hair every 5 months 20 weeks. You can still build muscle, lose weight, and tone up without stretching and people will continue to compliment your on your fitness. Jan 20, 2014 ive been thinking about how long i want to stretch my relaxer this time and i would love to stretch it for 7 months. Since i discovered that relaxer stretching is a key part of a healthy relaxed hair regimen ive been consistently stretching anywhere from 1216 weeks. I do however like follow it up with a conditioner but this time round, i didnt. Despite it having sls sulfates listed as one of the ingredients, i find it to be a relatively mild product. These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the us. How to stretch your relaxers for more than 1216 weeks. I could see my ends needed a good trim and my hair was soon due for a relaxer which i was dreading doing myself so was glad that this time around, i could just sit and chill. Learn warmups and cooldowns, use tools like a strap, therapy balls and foam rollers, and discover plenty of other fitness tips to keep you moving. Why you should never relax your hair every six weeks latoya.
May 03, 2014 tips on how to better care for your new growth between relaxers. First, dont be a superhero and try to stretch 30 weeks if your longest was 9. Chrissys fourmonth post big chop update video discussing the benefits of biotin. The first reason is that my goal time of stretching between relaxers is to reach 12 weeks. Top sport massage therapists teach how to improve flexibility, strength and coordination champaign, ilin facilitated stretching, ipad version with video, robert mcatee and jeff charland provide an overview of pnf stretchinga safe and easytouse method that involves stretching the muscle, contracting it isometrically against resistance, then stretching it again to a new range of motion. I feel like i am starting to see a very small light at the end of the tunnel letting me know that i. After many failed attempts, i finally learned how to properly stretch relaxers without breakage. At the start of my journey i was neck and chin length and stretched for about 7 months. Relaxer stretching learn some tips for how to manage your new growth on your relaxed hair while retaining length.
Going without perm breakage black hair media forum page 1. Last year around june, i started relaxing every 3 months sept and dec and i was able to notice my hair growing. If your hair is breaking badly, i would go ahead and relax provided you have enough new growth to make sure previously relaxed hair is not being rerelaxed. I like to stretch my relaxer to 1012 weeks because it gives my hair a break. It limits me to about four relaxers a year and ensures i have a nice amount of new growth to prevent me from over processing my previously relaxed length. A relaxer is a type of lotion or cream generally used by people with tight curls or very curly hair. This video is on my 14 tips i use while stretching my relaxer. Apr 15, 2017 this video is on my 14 tips i use while stretching my relaxer. That was about two years ago, when i was pretty much barely making it to 8 weeks between relaxers. How to make stretching your relaxer a breeze madamenoire. When you really we mean really need to relax, you want to feel calm right away. This is where the physical attributes of the plant symbolize the attributes that the plant can bring to help with those organs. For our girls who are wearing a relaxer you might be thinking about doing a little stretching.
I am excited to share my recipe for a successful relaxer stretch that i have packaged together to be 15 tips to stretch relaxers without breakage. In this lesson we will focus on the very first step in any workout program. Inspecting the action of the relaxer by stretching the strands to see how fast the natural curls are being removed is called. If you havent already, join our newsletter and download our free ebook that is a. Relaxed hair regimen relaxed hair growth relaxed hair journey healthy relaxed hair healthy hair tips natural hair tips natural hair styles homemade hair treatments permed hairstyles. How to stretch your relaxer past 6 weeks seriesweek 18. Wd cosmetology chemical hair relaxing flashcards quizlet.
Jan 01, 2007 6 minute morning workout stretching, toning, and shaping your body faye rowe on. I am currently 16 weeks post relaxer and will be uploading my post relaxer journey, to show you guys my stretch process. The last relaxer i got was in late april, early may and i am trying to hold until my brothers wedding at the end of july. If you are consistent day after day you will see remarkable improvements in range of motion and decreased risk of injury, however right before exercise can cause a few issues. Why you should never relax your hair every six weeks.
I am normally a super stretcher stretching anywhere from 1426 weeks. I do go beyond the traditional time between relaxer touch ups, which is usually recommended as 68 weeks. Some more mediumhair celebrity hairstyles hair care tips relaxed hair. I am currently 14 weeks post relaxer which simply means the last time i relaxed my hair was 14 weeks ago. My last relaxer was sometime in september 20, im not 100% sure of the date but i know it was after september 10th so lets say it was around september 17th. Yes, even with all of this hair she still managed to stretch her relaxer out to five months. The main changes that helped me was to realize i needed to treat my hair differently once i was about 78 weeks post relaxer. With personal fitness profiles backed by golds 3d scanning technology, both traditional and digital personal training options and new golds studio offerings that go past a simple class. How to stretch your relaxer without breakage youtube. My goal is to go 6 month without a relaxer and with theses tips im certain ill get. Do you stretch for 12, 16, 34jk weeks just to see if you have the ability to do it. We dont recommend blow drying, flat ironing or stretching your hair before big. Cosmetology chapter 18 part 2, relaxing flashcards quizlet.
This blog post covers hair products for healthy relaxed hair. It hasnt been that difficult considering the fact that i have been protective styling and havent actually worn my hair out in the entire 8 months. Jan 31, 2020 for our girls who are wearing a relaxer you might be thinking about doing a little stretching. I give you various hair care tips to help you during the process of stretching your very own relaxer. By that time most people have a significant amount of new growth to minimize the chances of the relaxer overlapping, and therefore over processing the previously relaxed. Whats wrong if i relax every 810 weeks long hair care. Tips on how to better care for your new growth between relaxers.
Relaxer touch up 11 weeks post tuesday, march 19, 20. I feel like i am starting to see a very small light at the end of the tunnel letting me know that i am headed in the right direction. It was very common for women to get a touch up at six weeks, so when i explain why women should stretch their relaxer to sixteen weeks, the first question is always how. It reduces anxiety, arthritis, headaches and insomnia, and improves digestive problems and varicose veins. A few weeks ago i decided i was done with selfrelaxing and contacted one of my hairdressers jade who used to relax my hair, to come round to relax and trim my hair. A couple of things you should consider while stretching. Can someone explain to me what a post relaxer is, any. If you have been getting your relaxers every six weeks, you obviously will not jump from getting your relaxer every six weeks to fourteen to.
Pnf stretching techniques made simple in new ipad book. Relaxing every 8 weekshow many of u do black hair media. Between the dryness, tangles and issues with styling two different hair textures, one or more of these things come in and start to cause breakage andor end our relaxer stretch attempts. I have decided however to stretch even further and i relax my hair at 6 months. Learning to stretch your relaxer can be challenging but it doesnt have to be with these 8 tips for stretching your relaxer. After that point, applying moisturizer eden bodyworks curly pudding souffle directly to my new growth every night. Jan 15, 2018 relaxer stretching can be good for your hair if its successful. Surprisingly 11 weeks post relaxer a desired beauty. I will not be talking about specific weeks post relaxer because terms like deep in your stretch are different for everyone. Over the years ive compiled a list of 10 tips that helps me to have successful.
The relaxing postworkout stretch one instructor swears by. See more ideas about natural hair styles, hair hacks and curly hair styles. When getting relaxers, its recommended that you wait at least twelve weeks between touchups. What better way to celebrate my bday than to have a nice surprise of how long my hair has grown over the months. If hair grows at least 12 a month, at 1012 weeks you should have at least 11. Apr 14, 2014 most healthy hair journeyers have heard, read or been told stretching is a must to have healthy relaxed hair. Try these stretches the next time you hit the gym and feel the difference. Especially on youtube hair videos, some women and girls talk about saying i am 4 week, 5 week, 6 month post relaxer, etc and some talk about how long they had a post relaxer. Apr 07, 2014 why you should never relax your hair every six weeks in order to successfully have relaxed hair that is not damaged, breaking, shedding, and thinning you must be knowledgeable about your hair.
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