George Vernon - Fighting Fit E170

DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this podcast episode, hosts Andy and Chris talk with health and wellness coach George Vernon about his journey becoming a boxing enthusiast and ultimately a health coach.

They explore the importance of holistic health, the impact of burnout, and the challenges of changing mindsets in the fitness industry.

George chats about the need for a comprehensive approach to health that includes physical fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, while also sharing personal experiences that shaped his understanding of optimal health.

He emphasises the importance of balancing work and home life, finding one's niche, and the significance of resistance training.

Finally, the conversation touches on common traits among dentists, important skills for entrepreneurs, and ways to overcome barriers to health and fitness.

Topics:

- Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today?

- What was the driver to box – was it fitness, protection, fighting, energy outlet?

- How did you find the niche of dentistry?

- Burnout is a real issue in dentistry, how did this build manifest itself for you?

- Tell us more about your comprehensive approach to health. Can you just focus on one area?

- How can dentists help themselves on a day-by-day basis?

- In life we have a knack of finding time for the things we want to do so why do we find it so hard to prioritise time for our health?

- Do dentists have specific needs to get on track and stay there?

- What are the most important skills for an entrepreneur to have?