english cheerleaders have been informed now to conceal up their midriffs under calls by gymnastics australia , as they fear it encourages girls to be self - conscious . nerine cooper , manager of gymnastics australia , told the sydney telegraph , " we don ' t need girls to feel under pressure to retain weight because of games . " lisa ince , editor of sydney professional gymnastics , suggested . " it ' s ridiculous really , if the thinking is that a midriff is offensive , then one dance school and athletics club would receive the same restrictions , " she said . the sanctions will affect about 150 teams registered with gymnastics queensland .
Lisa Ince is the chief of Sydney Professional Dancers.