Are girls better than guys in gymnastics?

[chikitou1]

I personally think girls are better than guys in gymnastics. they are faster and more flexible and the movements look way easier. Do you think so?

[Pariah_Dog]

No, not necessarily. Gymnastics takes a lot of strength and a lot of flexibility, both of which can be achieved by both genders if you work at it. Gymnastics favors whoever works hardest at it.

There are certain things that favor women over men, and vice versa. Rings, for example, require LOTS of upper body strength, so that usually favors men. Other things may favor a lower center of gravity, which favors women.

Better is far too general a term to be applicable.

[Klaatu51]

yeah i agree with this... unless if the guy is Chinese/Japanese

[EyeSeaYew]

I wouldn't say that girls are actually better than guys at gymnastics because I know and have seen plenty of awesome male gymnasts. I do personally think that girls LOOK a lot more better doing gymnastics than guys, though.

[MyNameIsJonas]

In the early to medium stages I'd say yes. Advanced and elite, men can achieve a lot more.

[maiez]

yes i think so, even if a man has enough practice because we are usually denser/heavier to flip and stay in the air elegantly