should Men’s Floor be more ‘artistic’?

zhoxxyy did a deep dive into the history of Men’s Floor exercise.

Exactly WHY the 2004 Olympics was won by the very artistic Kyle Shewfelt — yet is fugly as Hell 20 years later.

The discussion on men’s floor routines revolves around the balance between artistry and athleticism, as their since the 1930’s has primarily emphasized challenging tumbling skills.

With updates to the Code of Points on the horizon, the potential inclusion of choreography has sparked excitement and skepticism, raising questions about the impact on technical specifications and gender…

Men’s Artistic Gymnastics: Exploring the Inclusion of Choreography on Floor

Personally, I’d love maximum time of routine to be reduced.

I’d love FIG to go to 8 counting skills, rather than the current 10.

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