Are you a current or former gymnast?  If so you have most likely needed these items to get you through a practice or competition.  Let us know your gymnastics must haves!

1.  Tape

Many gymnasts need tape to wrap ankles, wrists, knees, etc. to help protect their bodies. This tape is often used to protect the gymnast from further injury.  Many gymnasts also use tape with their grips on bars. 

 

2.  Chalk

Chalk is very essential to every gymnast.  Chalk is mainly used by gymnasts on bars to avoid slipping off the bar.  However many gymnasts also find chalk to be helpful on the other events. 

3.  Grips

Both men and women gymnasts wear grips.  Grips allow a gymnast to get a better grip on the bar along with protecting their hands. 

 

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4.  Ice packs

Ice packs or even ice baths can be very important to a gymnast’s recovery after a workout or competition. 

 

5.  Water/Sports Drinks 

Water and sports drinks during a practice or competition are vitalt for every gymnast.  This allows you to be refreshed and stay hydrated.  Water is the preferred drink among gymnasts and coaches, although many gymnasts also love to have a sports drink. 

 

 

6.  Nude Underwear

Nude underwear is a must have for any gymnast during competition.  Gymnasts look to have their underwear not show during competition as it can be a deduction to have their underwear show. 

 

7.  Hairspray

Hairspray is the key to a successful hairdo during practice and competition, especially for the meet day bun! 

 

 

9.  Glitter

Gymnasts love glitter in their hair! 

 

10.  Snacks 

Many competitions and practices can be long for a gymnast and having snacks handy can be important.  Many gymnasts like to eat protein bars, fruit or vegetables to help give them energy before, during or after a workout or competition. 

 

11.  Scrunchie

The scrunchie can be a big fashion statement for gymnasts.  The scrunchie is added to match the leo along with adding color and fun to the hair style! 

 

 

12.  Floor Music

While many gymnasts and teams keep music on iPods, iPads or iPhones, it is always a great idea as a gymnast to have a backup copy of their floor music for a competition.  This can be imperative in case your floor music doesn't play or isn't compatible with software at the competition. 

 

13.  Nail Polish Remover

It is a great idea for female gymnasts to keep nail polish remover in their gym bag prior to competitions.  It is a deduction for gymnasts to have nail polish on their fingers or toes during a competition. 

 

14.  Face Tattoo 

The face tattoo is a statement piece for college gymnasts!  College gymnastic teams will wear a tattoo on their cheek to represent their team and show team spirit.  

15.  Gym Shorts

Many gymnasts like to practice in spandex gym shorts.  The gym shorts often provide the gymnast another level of comfort over the leo. 

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