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We’ve heard from a lot of women who don’t want to exercise because it interferes with their hair routine. What advice do you have for them?
Jazmine: You don’t necessarily have to wash it more. Try and keep hair in its most natural state while exercising. If it is long do not pull and brush it back in a tight ponytail. Try and keep it pulled back loose or use a headband. Also, keep a water spray bottle with you and some leave conditioner or styling balm so that you can freshen up your curls post workout session. It is not necessary to submerge hair in water and wash it every time.
Being an Olympian calls for a hectic schedule. What are your go-to styles?
Jazmine: My go-to styles are natural and loose or headband and loose. If I want a more tailored look I’ll wear a side part and pulled back in a ponytail
What are your must-have products?
Jazmine: My must-have products include: Biolage Matrix Aqua Immersion Creme Masque, Solange style taffy, and Mizani Supreme Oil Hair Treatment.
What’s your favorite moment being at the Sochi Olympics?
Jazmine: My favorite moment was finishing the race and getting out of the car to a cry of friends and family members of teammates, and fans screaming my name, USA, waving flags, chanting, and being so happy, honored, proud, and excited. I was overjoyed with emotions and at that moment no matter my result, I finally realized I am an Olympian!
Do you have any advice for young women who aspire to be Olympians?
Jazmine: The biggest yet simple advice I can give young women is just the truth. The road is far from easy. There are often going to be more lows than highs. There will be time when you feel like you took one step forward and three steps back but to be brutally honest, those that are privileged and honored to become Olympians are those who continue to believe in themselves and push through to accomplish their goals of success.
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