For decades, female gymnasts were strictly associated with "bikini-cut" leotards on the competition floor. However, modern gymnasts are increasingly trading the mat for the beach to promote and strength:
In recent years, the intersection of elite gymnastics and swimwear fashion has become a prominent cultural feature, primarily driven by athletes using their to redefine traditional perceptions of "the athletic body". Breaking the "Leotard" Norm gymnasts in bikinis