australian cheerleaders have been told today to cover up their midriffs under calls by cycling australia , as they believe it encourages children to be un - consciously . nerine cooper , head of gymnastics australia , told the sunday sun , " we don ' t expect girls to feel under pressure to shed weight because of uniforms . " lisa ince , head of sydney professional dancers , argued . " it ' s ridiculous really , if the thoughts is that a midriff is attractive , then no dance education and athletics club would face the same limitation , " she said . the boycott will affect about 150 women registered with gymnastics australia .
Lisa Ince is the chief of Sydney Professional Dancers.