A woman from Derbyshire has shared her recovery journey from anorexia, finding strength through running and rebuilding self-worth.

A young woman from Derbyshire, Annie Windley, has shared her deeply personal experience of living with and recovering from anorexia in the hope that it may help others who are facing similar challenges. Her story reflects years of struggle, medical intervention, emotional hardship, and gradual recovery.

At her most vulnerable stage, Annie’s weight dropped to just 29 kilograms, which is approximately four and a half stone, placing her in a medically critical condition with a serious risk to her life.