: In a competitive sense, this usually refers to clean lines , pointed toes, and "balletic" movement. Gymnasts often praised for this style include those who prioritize choreography and form over pure power (e.g., Sanne Wevers or Anna Pavlova ).

: A jump where the head is dropped back to touch the rear foot.

: The phrase is frequently used as a "tag" or caption on platforms like TikTok and Instagram to categorize highlight reels of rhythmic or artistic gymnasts performing flexibility stunts. Key Gymnastic Elements Associated with this Style Over-splits : Performing splits beyond 180 degrees.

: A turn where the body rotates 360 degrees while one leg stays vertical.

: This refers to "flexibility-focused" athletes. In modern gymnastics, "flexy" gymnasts often excel in events like Balance Beam and Floor Exercise , where split leaps, needle scales, and back-bend elements are heavily rewarded under the FIG Code of Points.