These Bodybuilders And Fighters Almost Died While Training

VanZant Admitted Disordered Eating To Remain In Her Weight Class

Though VanZant considers herself an advocate for body positivity, the MMA fighter purposely put herself through an eating disorder in order to stay in her small weight class. “I was putting myself through an eating disorder to make weight,” she admitted. “And it became not fun for me anymore. I hate cutting. I hated the process. Obviously, passing out on your bathroom floor is not fun, because you’re dying in a bathtub.”

Thankfully, VanZant has since made the decision to no longer sacrifice her health and move up to the next weight class.