England rugby star Ellie Kildunne has spoken out about her struggles with body dysmorphia, which began during the 2020 coronavirus lockdown. Kildunne, a key player in England's Rugby World Cup victory last year, revealed that she developed an unhealthy relationship with food and struggled with her body image. Despite her success on the field, including scoring five tries in the World Cup, Kildunne felt 'really alone' and struggled to come to terms with her body. She has now spoken out about her experiences, including her struggles with weight loss and eating disorders, in the hopes of helping others who may be going through similar challenges.
Kildunne credits a physio session at her former club, Wasps, with helping her to confront her issues and seek support. She is now feeling 'in control' and is using her platform to raise awareness and support for others who may be struggling with body dysmorphia and eating disorders.