It can be tempting, to throw your braids up into a ponytail and dive straight into a Pilates class, hoping that the sweat and movement won’t ruin the style over time. I should know. Been there, done ...

Protective hairstyles are multi-faceted. Not only do they shield curly and coily afro-textured hair from environmental aggressors but they also encompass a rich and varied cultural history. Such ...