It's interesting to note that, in 1908, the gymnasts competed outdoors, in an open arena.
In 1908, at the Summer Olympic Games in London, England, this gymnast from Denmark is running through her routine. It's not clear whether she was performing or warming up when this picture was taken.
Danish woman gymnast at the 1908 London Olympics
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