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THE LEOTARD BLOG
How Today's Gymnastics Leotard Evolved
Fabric technology has been the single greatest factor in the evolution of today's modern gymnastics leotard.The fabrics of the 70's and 80's simply didn't have the same elasticity as today's high-tech fabrics.In fact, "if you laid an older leotard next to a newer leotard, it's like night and day," says Kelly McKeown executive vice-president of design and corporate relations at GK Elite."The [...]
5 Fascinating Facts About Gymnastics Leotards
The leotard derives its name from the man who invented it, gymnast and acrobat Jules Leotard.In the 1800s, Leotard created the garment for men, but it soon became popular with women in the early 1900s as a swimsuit.Also [...]
What Are Team USA's Gymnastics Leotards Made Of?
Many gymnasts wonder what fabrics are used to make Team USA's competition leotards.These custom-made leotards are made from a shiny fabric called mystique.Mystique takes traditional spandex fabric and layers it with thin, flexible foil and holograms. This process gives the leotard a special 4-way stretch elasticity that makes it both aerodynamic and breathable.
5 Fascinating Facts About Team USA's Gymnastics Leotards
It takes two years to design the gymnastics leotards worn by Team USA. Every Team USA leotard is custom made. It takes up to 3 fittings and 6 weeks to produce each leotard worn by Team USA gymnasts. Team USA gymnasts are [...]
5 Fascinating Facts About Simone Biles
She orders pizza after every meet. She's always been a natural daredevil. She once competed with a kidney stone. She has four German shepherds at home. She Has ADHD and considers it a superpower.
When Should Your Gymnastics Leotard Be Replaced?
With proper care, a high-quality gymnastics leotard should last until you outgrow it.However, if the leotard begins sag or loose its original shape and elasticity it's time to trade it in.A loose, sagging leotard is not only unattractive, it may also be hazardous.A loose-fitting leotard could potentially get caught on a piece of equipment and cause serious injury. So when your [...]
A Brief History of the Gymnastics Leotard
The leotard derives its name from the man who invented it, gymnast and acrobat Jules Leotard.In the 1800s, Leotard created the garment for men, but it soon became popular with women in the early 1900s as a swimsuit. Also known as a maillot, the leotard was adopted by acrobats and circus performers and then by showgirls and burlesque performers. For modesty’s sake, [...]
Unitards or Leotards: Which is Better?
Unitards and leotards have been worn by gymnasts and dancers for over two centuries. So which is better?The answer depends on usage.Both leotards and unitards are tight-fitting, one-piece garments with long, short or no sleeves.However, leotards have short or no leg coverings while unitards cover the legs.In the early 1900's, models and dancers often wore flesh-colored unitards to simulate nudity.The earliest [...]
Gymnastics Leotards vs. Dance Leotards: What's the Difference?
We're often asked what exactly is the difference between a gymnastics leotard and a dance leotard.The truth is, not much difference at all. At least as far as practice or workout leotards are concerned.Competition leotards, however, are an entirely different matter.Dance leotards come in a wider range of styles than gymnastics leotards. Halter top, long sleeve, camisole straps, tank style to [...]
Can You Wear Underwear With a Gymnastics Leotard?
While many gymnasts wear undergarments during practice, most gymnasts prefer not to wear traditional undergarments beneath their leotards during competition.Undergarments tend to move around and become exposed during routines which can distract the gymnast and lead to point deductions from the judges.Trying to conceal an undergarment during competition can be quite challenging, so most gymnast choose to go without.Gymnasts uncomfortable with the [...]
