This Morning’s doctor Zoe Williams used to be a GLADIATOR in the hit TV show eight years ago
THIS Morning's Doctor Zoe used to batter brave contestants on Sky 1's Gladiators before joining ITV's daytime show.
The GP was scouted for the role after applying to be a contestant back in 2009 and was subsequently given the name Amazon.
At 5ft 10ins tall and weighing 10 stone 6lbs, Zoe cut an athletic figure during her series.
In an interview with , Zoe said: "As a child growing up in the 90s, I watched the original Gladiators, so getting the opportunity to become one was incredible. It turns out that hitting people with giant cotton buds really is as much fun as it looks.
"Spending those months surrounded by the team of Gladiators, getting to know them and their stories, taught me how much of a profound impact physical activity can have on an individual's life. Not just the physical aspect, but also through the emotional and psychological benefits.
"Gladiators also gave me opportunities to share my enthusiasm for being active, giving motivational talks to children, and attending school assemblies and awards events."
The sports enthusiast has previously played high level rugby union for Northumberland and Blaydon Women's Rugby Club.
Described as an all-rounder, her Gladiators bio highlighted strength, speed and wisdom as particularly strong attributes.
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Zoe has previously given advice on how to achieve a fit and healthy body, telling : "If you’re trying to achieve fat loss, what you eat is the single most important factor. Exercise alone will not do it.
";The good news is that you don’t have to cut your food intake drastically, just be more selective and eat more healthily. If you have at least five portions of fruit and veg a day, some lean protein, healthy fats and whole-grain carbs, you’re likely to be too full to want junk food or empty calories.”
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