England Rugby Star Ellie Kildunne Opens Up About Body Dysmorphia Struggle

England rugby star Ellie Kildunne has spoken out about her battle with body dysmorphia, which began during the 2020 coronavirus lockdown. Kildunne, who helped England win the Rugby World Cup last year by scoring five tries, including a stunning solo effort in the final against Canada, revealed her struggles with feeling isolated after the tournament. In an interview with BBC Sport ahead of the Red Roses' 33-12 victory over Ireland in the Six Nations opener, Kildunne discussed her experiences with unhealthy weight loss and an eating disorder that developed during the pandemic. She explained that without the support of her team and physios, she became fixated on being smaller, despite already being petite. Kildunne has now found support and is in control of her struggles, using her platform to help others who may be facing similar challenges. She aims to show that even successful athletes like herself can struggle with mental health issues and body image concerns, and she hopes to provide support and relatability to those who may be going through similar experiences.