The New Zealand Gymnastics Federation has changed its dress code Athletes should be allowed to wear shorts over leotards And they won't be penalized if their bra straps are exposed, as has been the case so far.
Gymnastics New Zealand said in a statement on Tuesday Changes to these regulations are aimed at making gymnasts feel more comfortable and safe Although the changes will not affect events outside the country, when it comes to training and participating in competitions.
Gymnastics New Zealand CEO Andrea Nelson said the changes were decided after a Massey University School of Sport study of 300 gymnasts highlighted the importance of female form and uniforms.
“We consulted athletes from all disciplines of gymnastics and we found that most of them really like wearing leotards. But there are some gymnasts who don't feel comfortable in this outfit.Nelson said.
“Gymnastics wants to be a mainstream sport in New Zealand, so allowing competitors to wear shorts was an easy change so no one felt uncomfortable or left out,” the chief executive added.
Nelson described the rules, which penalize an athlete for showing her bra strap, as “a bit archaic”. And remembers that men can already wear pants, so the new regulation increases equality between the sexes.
According to New Zealand media Newsroom, Some gymnasts wore shorts with their leotards in 2020But the practice is not reflected in all sectors or in the regulations of the Federation.
Other New Zealand sports federations, including tennis and rugby, have also made changes to their regulations to accommodate women's uniforms.
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