- US fitness expert shares insights on tight uniforms worn by male gymnasts
- French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati gains internet fame following a viral incident
A self-proclaimed fitness specialist has unveiled the surprising reason male Olympic gymnasts opt for tight-fitting attire during competitions.
This revelation comes as French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati shot to fame online after an unfortunate incident in which he did not meet the required height, resulting in an awkward moment involving the bar.
Fitness influencer Kody Karma, based in the US, demonstrated in a video how a man’s anatomy can become a challenge for athletes.
Karma’s playful video showcased him performing backflips shirtless while wearing loose shorts, highlighting how a man’s anatomy might behave during dynamic movements.
His content has gained traction, garnering attention from his 37,000 followers on Instagram, with similar snippets making their way to TikTok.
He aptly titled his TikTok clip ‘this is why gymnasts wear tight clothes,’ quickly attracting various humorous comments from viewers.
‘I can’t imagine how you manage with those,’ quipped one TikTok user.
Another chimed in: ‘My jaw dropped.’
Fitness expert Kody Karma (pictured) reasons why he believes male Olympic gymnasts wear tight outfits during competitions
Kody Karma’s video illustrates the mechanics of a man’s anatomy during acrobatic movements when not restrained.
French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati (pictured) gained notoriety after an unfortunate mishap during competition.
Croatian gymnast Tin Srbic ensured maximum preparation in his performance during the men’s horizontal bar final.
At just 21 years old, Ammirati stirred conversation in Paris, albeit not for the best reasons.
He appeared poised to clear the 5.70m mark in the pole vault heats when an unexpected obstruction occurred on his third attempt, leading to his elimination from the event.
Spectators found the incident highly amusing on social media.
‘Anthony Ammirati’s unfortunate attempt faced a surprising turn, and commentators struggled to comment on the moment. ‘Help, I’m dying,’ a user remarked on X.
‘Unlucky, but still a good display of flexibility,’ another user observed.
‘The most impressive way to exit… with manhood intact,’ a third user humorously pointed out.
