When a new Nike women's track kit came under fire this spring, athletes weighed in on the controversial uniform. Women's uniforms have a long, complex history.

The U.S. Women’s National Team's uniforms made a statement—and show just how far women’s sports have come.

When a new Nike women's track kit came under fire this spring, athletes weighed in on the controversial uniform. Women's uniforms have a long, complex history.

When a new Nike women's track kit came under fire this spring, athletes weighed in on the controversial uniform. Women's uniforms have a long, complex history.

Across sports, female athletes are fighting a battle over what they put on their bodies and how much of those bodies they display.

One of the options for women runners is a bodysuit that is noticeably cut high on the hips. Critics say the outfit looks uncomfortable, revealing — and problematic.

For all the Olympics do to highlight the success of women, they also spotlight the vestiges of sexism baked into the sports – and athletes’ uniforms.

Commentary Commentary: Why covering up skimpy sports uniforms is a big deal for female athletes New Zealand female gymnasts were recently allowed to wear shorts over their leotards.

Norwegian Handball Federation President Kåre Geir Lio told NBC News the updated measure serves as “both a real and symbolic step” toward gender equality.

When a new Nike women's track kit came under fire this spring, athletes weighed in on the controversial uniform. Women's uniforms have a long, complex history.