One person explained, “Its grip burn,” adding when challenged, “Dude I literally did gymnastics for 12 years grips have to go around our wrists and on our hands. We have to wear arm wrist bands/sweat bands underneath to cushion and wearing them for extended times causes burns like rug burns because of the friction.”
Someone rebutted, “They are all up her arm if you look at her story. Do you wear grips on your biceps?”
Fans express concern about Gabby Douglas’ arms. (Photos: @Gabbycvdouglas/Instagram)
Grip burns or rip burns happen to gymnasts while practicing or competing on the bars. The skin is either removed or blistered on the palm or wrists from repeatedly rubbing your hands against the bars, according to Gymnasticshq.com.
I am not familiar enough with gymnastics can someone confirm?