The British athletes battling eating disorders in sport

Rachel Morris won gold medals while competing for Britain in rowing and cycling.

She also has a history of eating disorders, beginning with an anorexia diagnosis as a teenager, that later developed into bulimia.

The former Paralympian says her experience as a professional athlete was affected by what she felt to be a lack of support with her issues around eating.

In an interview with former athlete Colin Jackson, she also spoke about the competitive environment of elite sport and the prevalence of athletes who, like her, have struggled with issues around food.

You can watch BBC Panorama's 'Sport's Hidden Crisis' on Monday 19 October at 19:40 BST on BBC One or catch up on iPlayer .

If you've been affected by any issues in this story you can find support via the BBC Action Line here

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