California Distance Star Olivia Williams On Her Journey Back After Battling Eating Disorder

Olivia Williams said she didn't realize the path she was heading down until her family and providers placed her under an eating disorder treatment plan in 2022, one that saw her placed in a home hospital.

Recently, in a long-ranging sit-down with MileSplit contributor Eric Morford, Williams revealed her journey back to physical and mental health over the end of 2022 and the beginning 2023.

The high school senior from Acalanes High School in Lafayette, California, says she's back to healthy habits and has returned to running this fall.



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[johnway]

She and Allie Ostrander are among those who are opening up to help others avoid eating disorders. I'm so proud of these brave young women.

[runninggirl]

I appreciate when she said "I was always eating.." I did the same in college. I ate, so no one really noticed, but was burning so many calories working out-that I got to 10% body fat. Foot fractures followed, weakened bones, etc. Parents/coaches need to be aware of this. Thanks for the video. Very helpful.

[MrBgregg]

Really appreciate her vulnerability and ability to express her experience. It will be a huge help to other athletes and people going through similar challenges. Much love and God bless

[RobertJWaid]

Thank you for sharing this story. It is a real but mostly hidden problem in the sport.

[ItsReynaa]

Around the same thing happened to my sisters. They were running so much and so hard and they weren’t getting enough nutrients in there body that they stopped growing. It’s been a couple of years now and they’re still trying to get back to where they should be.

[chloeledieff]

Such a shame! I’m a victim of an eating disorder but also a strong distance runner. I’m glad me and my eating disorder have parted so I can focus on being strong.

[larryscott]

I’m hoping you choose N C State! Wonderful coach and team.
Larry Scott

[eilash_a]

Will u do a video of my story, its Similar