Liz McColgan Condemns Abuse Toward Daughter Eilish

Eilish McColgan, a four-time Olympian and Commonwealth 10,000m champion, has faced body-shaming comments on social media after posting a video training for the London Marathon. Her mother and coach, Liz McColgan, condemned these remarks as 'demeaning and abusive,' highlighting that elite athletes naturally have lower body fat due to their sport. Liz emphasized the potential harm such comments could cause young athletes struggling with body image, despite Eilish's strong character. Eilish responded by underscoring the ignorance of those commenting on her physique, affirming that athletes must adequately fuel their bodies. Both McColgans called for an end to the jealousy and abuse directed at women athletes online. This incident highlights an ongoing issue of body-shaming in sports, particularly among female athletes.