A back flip on uniform standards means female gymnasts will no longer be penalised for having visbile bra straps and can wear shorts over their leotards.
Gymnastics New Zealand has overhauled regulations making athletes, the majority of whom are young females, feel comfortable and safe and to make sure the sport is inclusive.
A new study from Massey Uni's school of sport and exercise and nutrition's found the design of a uniform can add to female athlete anxiety about body image.
Gymnastics NZ CEO Andrea Nelson speaks to Lisa Owen.
