GMD Activewear ribbed splice gymnastics leotard hanging, after a cold gentle wash

Do Gymnastics Leotards Shrink? (And How to Make Them Last)

Leotards don't shrink the way cotton does. What actually happens is heat damage to the elastane. Here's how to wash a leotard so it lasts the whole season.

How to Measure Your Gymnast at Home (Girth, Chest, Waist & Hip)

Four measurements, five minutes, and you'll never guess a leotard size again. How to measure girth, chest, waist and hip at home, plus the mistakes that cause the wrong size.
GMD Activewear girls leotard size chart showing girth, chest, waist and hip measurements in centimetres
Young gymnast wearing a GMD Activewear leotard, showing the fit of an AXS size 10

What Size Leotard for a 10 Year Old? An Aussie Sizing Guide

Not sure what size gymnastics leotard to buy for a 10 year old? Why girth matters more than age, which sizes usually suit, and how to measure at home in...

Which Gymnastics Grips Do I Need To Buy?

Just found out you need to buy gymnastics hand guards for yourself or your child? With so many brands and styles on the market, it can feel overwhelming, we totally...
Which Gymnastics Grips Do I Need To Buy?
How to Prepare for your Gymnastics Competition

How to Prepare for your Gymnastics Competition

Preparing for a gymnastics competition can be an intense and challenging process, but with the right preparation, you can perform at your best on competition day. Here are a few...

Gymnastics Grips Buying Guide

Everything you need to know about what gymnastics guards are, and how to choose which pair of grips are the best for you.
How to buy the right gymnastics hand guards for me