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

Ellie Kildunne, a key player for England's rugby team, has shared her personal struggle with body dysmorphia, which began during the 2020 coronavirus lockdown. Despite her impressive performance in the Rugby World Cup, including scoring five tries, Kildunne revealed that she felt isolated and alone after the tournament. She has now spoken out about her experiences with unhealthy weight loss and an eating disorder that developed during the pandemic, when she was unable to play competitive rugby. Kildunne explained that she would often see herself as bigger in the mirror, despite being considered small in the rugby world. She has stated that she now feels in control and is using her platform to help others who may be going through similar struggles, emphasizing that nobody is perfect and that she wants to relate to people and provide support.