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discrepancy in design

the clear double standard in sports uniforms

While male swimmers' suits reflect characteristics of boxiness and athleticsm, female suits often depict more fashionable designs with emphasis on the curves of the females. For swimming athletes, skin-tight clothing is essential for lowering water resistance and is utilized for both genders of the sport. However, the issue with swimsuits stems from the popularization of female athletes in bikinis on sports magazine covers to gain attraction and buys.

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NCAA guidelines require female beach volleyball players to wear tight spandex shorts while men are allowed to play in long shorts and loose clothing. Many players today feel that the uniforms are restricting and can diminish athleticism on the court - in addition, they find that these uniform guidelines promote unnecessary sexualization and comparisons of athletes. However, the rule remains today, with some players even getting fined for not wearing short shorts.

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As female track athletes move from the high school level to the collegiate and professional level, uniform guidelines tend to become smaller and shorter - typically spandex and sports bras. For the males, this change does not occur, and they continue to wear tank tops and long shorts. Moreso, in cases common to Olympic events, athletes are being reprimanded for not wearing short enough briefs. The skimpiness of the uniforms that bring in male audiences are heavily prioritized over athlete comfort.

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