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

England rugby star Ellie Kildunne has spoken out about her struggles 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 discussed her experiences with unhealthy weight loss and the eating disorder she developed during the pandemic. Kildunne explained that she would often see herself as bigger in the mirror, despite being considered small in the rugby world. A physio session with lead physiotherapist Emily Ross at her previous club Wasps brought the issue to a head, and Kildunne has since sought support. She now feels in control and wants to use her platform to help others who may be going through similar struggles, showing that even successful athletes like herself can face difficulties and imperfections.