Summary
England rugby player Ellie Kildunne revealed she struggled with body dysmorphia and disordered eating during the COVID-19 lockdown. The lockdown and isolation from her team affected her mental health and training routine, leading to unhealthy weight loss and physical injuries.
Key Facts
- Ellie Kildunne is an England rugby star who helped her team win the World Cup.
- During the coronavirus lockdown, she faced disordered eating and tried to control her weight through excessive running.
- She struggled with body dysmorphia, seeing herself as bigger than she was.
- Without regular team support and medical help, her health and performance suffered.
- Kildunne developed a stress fracture in her knee likely due to weakened muscles from poor nutrition.
- She experienced tremors from low energy while training and lost confidence in contact tackles.
- Physiotherapist Emily Ross noticed Kildunne’s struggles and helped her open up about her problems.
- Kildunne now aims to speak out about her experience to encourage others facing similar issues.
