Competition area per FIG spec for each apparatus; Vault runway: 25m; Floor exercise: 12m × 12m sprung floor
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the warm-up area is just for athletes to get ready before their routines, but they overlook the fact that it must be at least as large as the competition areas per FIG standards outlined in Section 3 of the NCAA Gymnastics rulebook. This oversight leads to confusion about the exact dimensions and requirements necessary for a fair and compliant warm-up area.