: Academic reviews indicate that sexualized images of female athletes can actually decrease public interest in the sport as a serious athletic endeavor. Viewers focused on a gymnast's "sexiness" are less likely to recognize their technical competence and athletic skill.

: The pressure to maintain a specific aesthetic image alongside elite physical demands is linked to issues with body image and eating disorders within the sport. Physique and Performance Constraints

: There has been a significant shift from the "child-athlete" era toward fierce women like Simone Biles (the most decorated gymnast in history), who emphasize raw power and advocacy over traditional aesthetic "prettiness".