What’s the Deal with Leotards in Women’s Gymnastics?

Hey there! Have you noticed how the leotards in women’s sports are getting smaller and smaller? It’s becoming a hot topic, especially in college gymnastics. People are starting to wonder: why do these athletes have to wear such revealing outfits?

Take, for example, the NCAA gymnastics scene. Some athletes are feeling uncomfortable with the skimpy leotards they have to wear during competitions. And it’s not just about the leotards being small—it’s also about the comments they get on social media. Instead of talking about their skills, people are focusing on how revealing their outfits are. Not cool, right?

But it’s not just gymnastics facing this issue. Other sports, like track-and-field and beach handball, are also dealing with uniform controversies. Some athletes are even getting fined for refusing to wear certain uniforms. It’s a big mess!

What’s the solution? Well, some athletes are saying they should have more say in designing their uniforms. After all, they’re the ones wearing them, so they should feel comfortable and confident, right? Makes sense to me!

At the end of the day, athletes should be able to focus on their performance, not on their outfits. Let’s listen to what they have to say and make sure they feel supported every step of the way.

_{Re-reported the article originally published in POPSUGAR}