 How old do you think I am here?  I ask this question because there was so much discussion regarding the age of the Chinese female gymnasts.  I don't know for sure whether China faked their ages or not; however, I resent the argument that Americans thinks our gymnasts look underage.
How old do you think I am here?  I ask this question because there was so much discussion regarding the age of the Chinese female gymnasts.  I don't know for sure whether China faked their ages or not; however, I resent the argument that Americans thinks our gymnasts look underage.I don't think most Americans have any idea how old a 16 year old Chinese Gymnast would look. Asians in general develop late and we look young (good genes). I remember being mistaken for a 14 years old at 16; while some 16 year old Caucasians could possibly pass for a 18 year old.
On top of that, Gymnasts, due to their rigorous athlete training probably develop even later. I hear most gymnasts get their menstrual cycle much later given how tough their training is every day. That would make any girl look even younger.
Well, my 2 cents. :-)
- Lei
 
 

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