Why do gymnasts wear leotards while doing gymnastics?

Answer 1

Gymnasts wear leotards in gymnastics for a few different reasons. One is that they are very aerodynamic and comfortable to move in plus you don't have to worry about your shirt flying up when you are flipping through the air. Also, like any other sports gymnasts get sweaty and hot leotards and they only cover part of the body so girls can stay cool as they work out. Leotards often have intricate desings to show team unity like any other uniform and can show individuality. While on the bars if they are wearing a loose shirt it can get wrapped around the bar.

Also a close fitting leotard allows the coaches and judges to see who the athleat is moving which is the basis for scoring in gymnastics.

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Coaches prefer a gymnast to wear a leotard while training, mainly because it keeps them from getting tangled in a gymnasts clothing while spotting.

Answer 2

well they don't really fit perfectly...but boys have to wear there only leotards underneath their shorts or long pants when they compete

Answer 3

Because if they perform in the nude, people complain.