Former England cricketer Ashley Giles tells the BBC about his battle with obesity since giving up playing top-level sport.
Former England cricketer Ashley Giles has opened up about his battle with obesity, revealing his weight peaked around 20 stone (127kg) following retirement. In an interview with the BBC, the 53-year-old discussed facing stigma, shame, and insensitive public comments after his weight climbed during his transition away from playing professional sports.
Giles attributed the weight gain to transitioning from an active professional athlete to desk-based administrative roles, including his current post as Worcestershire chief executive. By sharing his personal journey, Giles hopes to spark open conversations and encourage others struggling with weight and mental health to seek support.
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