England Rugby Star Ellie Kildunne Opens Up About Her Secret Struggle with Body Dysmorphia

English rugby player Ellie Kildunne has spoken out about her battle with body dysmorphia, which began during the 2020 coronavirus lockdown. Despite her impressive performance in the Rugby World Cup, including scoring five tries, Kildunne struggled with feelings of loneliness and an unhealthy relationship with food. She has now revealed her experiences with body dysmorphia and eating disorders, which she developed while unable to play competitive rugby during the pandemic. Kildunne recalls seeing herself as bigger in the mirror, even when she was at a small weight, and feeling like she didn't fit in either in the rugby world or outside of it. A conversation with her physiotherapist, Emily Ross, marked a turning point for Kildunne, who has since found support and is now speaking out to help others who may be struggling with similar issues. With her newfound perspective, Kildunne aims to use her platform to show that nobody is perfect and to offer support to those who may be going through similar challenges.