Former England rugby player Heather Fisher: 'I found freedom in the pain of training hard'
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We are joined by Heather Fisher, an English rugby union and rugby sevens player, who opens up about adversity, embracing the unknown and the secret to good team communication.
In our latest Dentistry Talks podcast episode, we welcome Heather Fisher, a powerhouse in rugby union and rugby sevens. Heather represented Team GB at the 2016 Olympics and has an impressive history with England, including reaching the final of the 2010 Rugby World Cup.
Known for her unapologetic approach to life, she has often spoken about sport being the place where she could truly be herself, and her career has been defined by breaking boundaries.
We dive into Heather’s personal journey – from overcoming challenges like anorexia and hair loss to navigating the intense pressures of elite sport, and how these lessons translate into the dental world.
We also discuss how Heather has coped with adversity, her thoughts on enjoying the journey despite high ambitions, and her advice for anyone feeling they don’t quite fit into a box in dentistry.
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