The Frum Health Club Podcast

Holy people, Holy times & Holy actions We read about Sefiras Haomer during the Sefira - the word for counting is מונה  but we use the term לספורBc it also means to shine, since each day shines forth a new energy and that makes this month Holy We are told to make a Kiddush Hashem & the Hayom Yom of י״ג אייר  says that what we do has an effect on the heavens above! Don’t despair it’s never too late! פסח שני Look at R Akiva & it’s never too late to learn and to become healthier!We communicate this to our children by speaking kindly and illuminating להזיר them From the term Zohar which we celebrate on ‏ל״ג בעומרLag Baomer is with a bais and not a lamed, which we use to count, since the Rashbi was the gilgul of Moshe, & ‏ל״ג בעומר and משה  have the same gematriah!Let us have ואהבת לרעך כמוך & it’s never too late to elevate oneself and to become holy and healthy & GD should give a complete recovery to those who need so we could dance around the fires of ‏ל״ג בעומר with משיח!!! 💪🔥❤️

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Rabbi Danny Jaffe, known to many as the Warrior Rabbi, for a powerful conversation about health, discipline, parenting, purpose, and what it really means to care for the body as a vessel for the neshamah.Rabbi Jaffe has been involved in fitness and training since his teenage years, but over time his understanding of health evolved far beyond strength or appearance. After the passing of his father, and as he began building his own family, his perspective changed. Fitness was no longer just about pushing limits or looking a certain way. It became about being present for his children, protecting his future health, and recognizing that the body is a כלי, a vessel through which we serve Hashem and fulfill our mission in this world.One of the most striking parts of this episode is Rabbi Jaffe’s message that he would rather accept the pain of discipline now than the pain of preventable sickness later. He shares how health is not only personal, but deeply connected to family, responsibility, and avodas Hashem.We also speak about why health is often neglected in frum communities, the challenges of balancing Torah life with physical wellbeing, how parents shape their children through example, and why simply showing up is often the most important first step.This conversation is thoughtful, honest, practical, and deeply inspiring.Connect with Rabbi Danny Jaffe:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warriorrabbi/Join the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4?mode=gi_t

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Eli Hayempour for a powerful and deeply moving conversation about addiction, recovery, fitness, Yiddishkeit, and what it truly means to rebuild your life from the ground up.Eli shares his story of growing up in a Persian Orthodox home in Los Angeles, and how, despite a strong upbringing, he began struggling with drugs and alcohol from a young age. What started as experimentation quickly turned into years of addiction, leading him down a path of chaos, broken structure, and eventually hitting rock bottom.One of the most intense moments in this episode is when Eli describes being homeless on the streets of Los Angeles, feeling completely lost, and having a life-changing encounter that pushed him to return home and finally ask for help. Shortly after, he made the decision to get sober, a decision that completely changed the trajectory of his life.We also speak about what addiction really looks like, how to recognize when something has control over you, the role of discipline and fitness in recovery, and how structure, community, and spirituality can help a person rebuild themselves. Eli shares how he returned to Yiddishkeit, built a family, and created a life centered around purpose, gratitude, and growth.This conversation is raw, honest, and extremely inspiring.About Eli Hayempour:Eli Hayempour is over 10 years sober and uses his life experience to inspire others who are struggling with addiction and searching for a better path. Through his openness, discipline, and commitment to growth, he has rebuilt his life as a husband, father, and entrepreneur, while helping others see that transformation is possible no matter how far someone has fallen.Follow Eli :https://www.instagram.com/sobermob26/Join the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4?mode=gi_t

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Robert J. Hedaya, one of the true pioneers in functional psychiatry, for a fascinating and eye-opening conversation about mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, gut health, sleep, exercise, and what is really driving so much suffering today.Dr. Hedaya has been practicing psychiatry for more than 46 years and has spent decades asking deeper questions than the conventional model often asks. Instead of seeing depression, panic attacks, and other mental health struggles as purely “psychological,” he explains why many of these issues are deeply connected to the body, including nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, hormones, infections, gut health, toxins, sleep deprivation, and chronic stress.One of the most powerful moments in this episode is when Dr. Hedaya shares the story of a woman he treated for panic attacks for a year without success, only to later discover a possible B12 deficiency. After one B12 injection, her panic disorder disappeared. That case helped change the way he practiced medicine and opened the door to the work he has been doing ever since.This conversation is deep, practical, and extremely important.About Dr. Robert J. Hedaya:Dr. Robert J. Hedaya is widely recognized as a pioneer in functional psychiatry. With more than four decades of clinical experience, he has helped patients with complex, treatment-resistant mental health conditions by looking beyond symptoms and exploring root causes in the body and brain. His work integrates psychiatry with nutrition, endocrinology, immunology, toxicology, neurology, gut health, and advanced brain-based therapies.Learn more about Dr. Hedaya:Website: https://wholepsychiatry.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthedaya/Join the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4?mode=gi_t

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Rabbi Akiva Gersh, known to many as The Vegan Rabbi, for a real conversation about veganism, health, and living with values.Akiva’s story is incredible. He grew up in the U.S. eating a typical American diet, felt disconnected from Yiddishkeit, and then had a major wake up call in college through environmental activism. He became vegetarian, then fully vegan at 19, and that journey unexpectedly became the doorway that led him back to Torah.We talk about what veganism actually means, why it is still so uncommon in the Orthodox world, what a normal day of eating looks like, and how to think about Shabbos, Yom Tov, and tradition in a modern food system that looks nothing like our grandparents’ world.This is not a preachy episode. It’s honest, practical, and thought-provoking.Topics we cover:• How Akiva became vegan at 19• Why veganism was the beginning of his journey back to Judaism• Common misconceptions in the frum world about meat on Shabbos and Yom Tov• Blue Zones and why plant-based eating is linked to longevity• What vegans do about B12, iron, and omega-3• The difference between vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian• How Akiva approaches tefillin and leather from a Torah perspective• What a vegan Shabbos meal can actually look like• Simple ways to start, including “vegan Mondays” and practical meal planningAbout Rabbi Akiva Gersh:Rabbi Akiva Gersh has been educating students for over 25 years and speaks about conscious living, compassion, and plant-based health through a Torah lens. He lives in Israel with his wife Tamar and their four children.Learn more about Rabbi Akiva Gersh:Website: https://www.akivagersh.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganrabbiJoin the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4?mode=gi_t

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down again with Dr. Andrew David Shiller, Duke and Harvard-trained physician and integrative medicine expert, for a deep dive into one of the most important topics affecting our generation: stress.But this is not just another “stress is bad” conversation.Dr. Schiller breaks down what stress actually is from a biological perspective, how it impacts the autonomic nervous system, and why chronic stress quietly drives inflammation, fatigue, pain, metabolic dysfunction, and long-term disease. We explore the brain-gut-immune connection, blood sugar instability as a hidden stressor, circadian rhythm disruption, and why many chronic illnesses cannot be understood without looking at stress physiology.Then we go deeper.We discuss the difference between simply managing stress and reconnecting to who we really are, a neshama with a body. We explore how Torah, connection, meaning, and identity influence healing at the deepest level.Some topics we cover:• What stress really is: external events, perception, and physiology• Sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous system explained clearly• The gut-brain-immune loop and “leaky gut”• Blood sugar spikes as a hidden stress trigger• Why inflammation and stress feed each other• Adverse childhood experiences and lifelong health patterns• Vagal tone, breathwork, and nervous system regulation• Why meaning and connection protect against trauma• Moving from stress management to spiritual alignmentLearn more about Dr. ShillerConsultations (in person + telemedicine):www.drshiller.com/consultJoin the discussion on Torah, Healing, and Medicine (Substack):https://substack.com/@drshillerJoin the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4?mode=gi_t

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Yossi Montrose, a movement specialist and longevity-focused educator and the creator of Performa Ball.Yossi has spent over 23 years studying how the body builds real strength, posture, confidence, and long-term resilience. In this conversation we explore why posture is not just “standing straight,” how the nervous system learns safety, and why the stability ball can become a powerful teacher for movement, blood flow, and calm presence.What we talk about • How early experiences and trauma can shape posture, breathing, and confidence • Why slouching can become a “survival posture” and how to reverse it • The stability ball as a real-time nervous system feedback tool • Why blood flow is one of the biggest foundations of healing and longevity • The difference between short-term fitness goals vs sustainability for a lifetime • Sitting on a chair vs sitting on a ball (and how to build up to it safely) • Nutrition principles: avoiding ultra-processed ingredients, seed oils, and “shortcuts” • Running, overtraining, and learning to listen to the body before injury hits • Yossi’s coaching programs: posture, confidence, pain reduction, and performanceConnect with YossiWebsite: https://www.performaball.com/Instagram: instagram.com/yossi_montrose_ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YossiMontroseWork with YossiYossi offers 1-on-1 coaching (including a 12-week Posture + Confidence program) with weekly Zoom sessions and tailored daily exercises.Join the Frum Health Club WhatsApp communityhttps://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Bentzi Taubenfliegel, a life coach and certified assisted stretching therapist based in Atlantic Beach, New York, who has been helping people move with more ease, less pain, and greater awareness for decades.Bentzi has a background in martial arts and lifelong fitness, and through years of personal practice and working with others, he noticed a common pattern, especially in middle-aged men: as we get older, we stretch less, even though our bodies need it more than ever.We talk about how flexibility, posture, breathing, and simple daily movement habits directly affect physical health, mental clarity, energy levels, and long-term resilience. Bentzi shares practical insights from his work with assisted stretching and explains why pain, stiffness, and fatigue are often not “normal aging,” but signals that the body needs attention.Some topics we cover:• Why flexibility becomes more important with age• Static vs. dynamic stretching and when to use each• How stretching helps prevent injuries, especially for runners• Posture, sitting, and how modern habits quietly drain energy• Assisted stretching explained and who it’s for• The connection between tension in the body and tension in the mind• Why breathing matters for mobility, relaxation, and recovery• How stretching before bed can improve sleep quality• Simple stretching habits anyone can start, even 5–10 minutes a day• Staying active, grateful, and consistent over a lifetimeBentzi also shares how he personally stays healthy, how movement strengthens family connection, and why caring for the body is essential for serving Hashem with joy, strength, and clarity.Learn more or work with Bentzi Taubenfliegel:WhatsApp: +1 (845) 300-6404Join the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Andrew David Shiller, a physician with world class training and decades of experience in integrative and holistic healing.Dr. Shiller earned his M.D. at Duke University School of Medicine and completed double residency training at Harvard Medical School in Internal Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Holistic Integrative Medicine, and is fully licensed in Israel, New York, Connecticut, Florida, and New Jersey.We talk about what it really means to heal the whole person, why conventional medicine often treats symptoms instead of root causes, and how Dr. Shiller’s approach connects modern systems biology with deep Torah based principles of healing.Some topics we cover: • Why mind, body, and soul must be addressed together • Root cause medicine explained through a powerful “tree” framework • The “3 M’s” model: Mind, Movement, Metabolism, and where real health happens • Stress, vagal tone, inflammation, and why calm is not just “mental” • Bringing Hashem-consciousness into eating, running, and daily lifeLearn more about Dr. ShillerConsultations (in person + telemedicine):www.drshiller.com/consultJoin the discussion on Torah, Healing, and Medicine (Substack):https://substack.com/@drshillerJoin the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, I sit down with Michael Kaufman, author of Am I My Body’s Keeper: The Way of Torah and Science to Be Healthy and Fit, Lose Weight, Live Years Longer.Michael is 93 years old, healthy, fit, and full of energy, and he truly lives what he teaches. This conversation explores the Torah obligation to protect our health, why so many good intentions around fitness fall apart, and what it actually looks like to build sustainable health into daily frum life.At the core of this discussion is the Torah’s clear directive:ונשמרתם מאד לנפשותיכם“You shall guard yourselves very well.”We discuss how this mitzvah is not symbolic or optional, but foundational. Without health, every other mitzvah becomes harder or impossible to fulfill.You will also see Michael’s powerful morning routine before davening. Get the bookAm I My Body’s Keeper: The Way of Torah and Science to Be Healthy and Fit, Lose Weight, Live Years Longer.https://a.co/d/idGwgC2Join the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Communityhttps://chat.whatsapp.com/KaCltJZoGmp3qbeZh9K7z4

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, we sit down with Richard Simon — director of digital strategy at Georgetown Law and author of the powerful book Unplug: How to Break Up With Your Phone and Reclaim Your Life.Richard did something most people only dream of. He turned his smartphone off and lived for an entire year without it.No apps, no constant messaging, no social media, no notifications stealing his life one tap at a time.During that year he interviewed psychologists, educators, CEOs, parents, teens, and even MLB All-Star Nick Castellanos, who credits ditching his smartphone with helping him become one of the best hitters in baseball.We talk about how phones are quietly reshaping our minds and daily habits, leaving us more distracted, drained, and anxious, and how changing our relationship with technology can restore our mental, emotional, and overall well-being.What we cover◼️ The shocking way the original iPhone was tested, and what that reveals about how these devices were engineered to hook us◼️ Richard’s journey from “just a busy young professional” to realizing his phone was controlling his attention, sleep, and presence with his kids◼️ What it was really like to switch his phone off for a full year — including withdrawal, boredom, and the surprising beauty on the other side◼️ How smartphones hijack dopamine, why the anticipation of checking is so powerful, and what “attention residue” actually does to your brain◼️ Deep work, focus, and why having your phone near you is like keeping a tray of cookies on your desk when you’re trying to dietGet the book: Unplug – How to Break Up With Your Phone and Reclaim Your Lifehttps://a.co/d/g7knyyeConnect with [email protected] the Frum Health Club WhatsApp CommunityBe part of a growing chevra of frum men who are working on movement, health, and energy together:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjBc8CZIC8ZIIu7jwVuEQe

In this episode of the Frum Health Club Podcast, we sit down with Mordechai Sopher — fitness coach, educator, runner, and author of the book Frum Fitness.Mordechai grew up in Los Angeles as a multi-sport athlete, later served in the IDF, and eventually discovered a deep connection between yiddishkiet and health. He has completed nearly twenty marathons, several ultra marathons, taught physical education in yeshiva high schools, and is currently completing a PhD. We talk about how frum men can stay active, build real consistency, and see fitness as part of their Yiddishkiet, not separate from it.What we cover◼️ Mordechai’s journey from LA sports kid to IDF soldier to frum fitness educator◼️ Practical tips for total beginners who want to start running safely◼️ Why the right shoes, softer surfaces, and good form matter so much◼️ What it was like to represent Israel on the national flag football team◼️ The story behind the Frum Fitness book and what makes it different from other health books◼️ How to find the type of movement you actually enjoy so you can stick with it◼️ “Informal fitness” — walking, standing, stairs, and daily habits that quietly change your life◼️ Sleep, recovery, and why being more active often improves your sleep◼️ Simple nutrition upgrades for the frum world, including better timing and less processed food◼️ Using movement to reduce stress, improve emotional health, and deepen your avodas HashemGet the Frum Fitness bookhttps://mosaicapress.com/product/frum-fitness/?srsltid=AfmBOoqnHavl0SvUM1A4VDDAhymGxTgIRBo6O-yh3EegmOPQHKppycZo&v=4605f628f91dJoin the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Community:Be part of a growing chevra of frum men who are working on movement, health, and energy together:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjBc8CZIC8ZIIu7jwVuEQe

B''H In this episode, we sit down with Zev Gelber and Akiva Pamensky, co-founders of the Achava Men’s Retreat, to talk about men’s retreats, breathwork, music, ice baths, and how real brotherhood can help Jewish men regulate stress, process life after October 7, and reconnect to their bodies, their neshamos, and Hashem.Zev is a breathwork facilitator and cold-exposure therapist; Akiva is a musician. Together, they’ve created a grounded, Torah-aligned space in Eretz Yisrael where men can unplug, slow down, and reset in a powerful way.What we cover◼️ How Achava began after October 7◼️ What a day on retreat actually looks like◼️ Breathwork basics and a simple beginner practice◼️ Using cold, breath, and grounding to calm the nervous system◼️ The power of group singing and soulful tefilla◼️ Keeping wellness aligned with Torah and intention◼️ Small steps to bring more presence and health into daily frum lifeLearn more & sign up for the next retreat (November 26th–28th)https://www.achvaretreat.comJoin the Frum Health Club WhatsApp Communityhttps://chat.whatsapp.com/BjBc8CZIC8ZIIu7jwVuEQe

B’’HIn this episode, I sit down with Jon Engelson — veteran health educator, product innovator, and Chief Strategic Officer at Joburg Meats — to unpack how real food, simple habits, and clear thinking can transform energy, mood, and long-term health in the frum world.Jon has spent 30+ years helping people reverse chronic issues by returning to real, natural eating. He founded You Are What You Eat, Inc., helped bring better snacks to schools and homes, advised top nutrition brands, and now champions clean, grass-fed, air-dried meat snacks for busy families.What we cover◼️ Jon’s personal path from misdiagnosis to holistic nutrition and practical coaching◼️ Why most “healthy” processed foods are sugar bombs in disguise◼️ Hidden starches that spike blood sugar, like maltodextrin and dextrin◼️ Juice and “whole grain” myths, and how to read ingredients with clarity◼️ Wonder foods that pull real weight: eggs, extra virgin olive oil, organic frozen berries, arugula, sauerkraut, and grass-fed meat◼️ Raising healthy kids in a candy culture at shul and school◼️ Cooking as a joyful skill for men and women that pays dividends◼️ Health as a journey, not a destination, and how to keep an open mind while staying groundedThis Episode is Sponsored by Joburg Fuel your day with clean protein that actually fits a healthy lifestyle. Joburg Meats makes premium, grass-fed, air-dried beef slices with simple ingredients.Special link: https://joburgmeats.com/frumhealthclubDiscount code at checkout: frumhealth18 for 18% offJoin the Frum Health ClubGet inspired, stay accountable, and share wins with the community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

In this episode I sit down with Rabbi Moshe Chaim Proctor, Rebbi at Aish HaTorah, life coach, and host of Above the Rim and Within, to explore how health, mindset, and Torah work together to build a strong, joyful life of meaning. Rabbi Proctor shares his journey from a painful loss in childhood, to finding basketball as a lifeline, to channeling that same fire into Torah, personal growth, and coaching Jewish youth and adults.What we cover◼️ How a childhood tragedy and basketball shaped resilience, structure, and purpose◼️ Simple ways frum families, schools, and Rabbis can model healthy living◼️ Walking and small daily movement as underrated “wins” for everyone◼️ Food rules that actually stick, and why environment beats willpower◼️ Morning routines, sleep, and stacking habits without guilt or overwhelmPractical takeaways◼️ Start with 10–15 minutes most days and let consistency do the heavy lifting◼️ Make it a lifestyle, not a stunt, by choosing one habit and protecting it◼️ Keep junk out of the house, keep cut fruit and veg visible and ready◼️ Use family, friends, and community for accountability and joy◼️ Prioritize sleep so workouts and avodas Hashem feel easier, not heavierConnect with Rabbi Moshe Chaim Proctor◼️ Instagram: @coachmoshechaim◼️ TikTok: @mosheproctor◼️ Website: abovetherimandwithin.com◼️ Coaching for youth: ontheirderech.comJoin the Frum Health ClubGet inspired, stay accountable, and share wins with the community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

B''HIn this episode, I sit down with Nachman Hoffman, founder of Only Up | Keter Coaching, to explore how health, mindset, and Torah work together to create real, lasting change.Nachman, a CPA and MBA who began his career at EY, and now helps ambitious Jewish men live with alignment, discipline, and mission through his Elevation Blueprint, 5UP system, and Four Crowns framework.What we cover:◼️ The moment a family comment sparked a 30-lb transformation and life reset◼️ Why physical health often becomes the doorway to teshuva and purpose◼️ How Torah became his blueprint for structure, focus, and calm energy◼️ The 5UP daily habits that build consistency and discipline◼️ The mindset traps frum men fall into and how to break them◼️ How to make health part of avodas Hashem — without guilt or overwhelm◼️ Simple first steps anyone can start this weekPractical takeaways◼️ Start with 10–15 minutes of focused effort most days◼️ Create small fences around food and routine so habits stick◼️ Read your My Why morning and night to stay aligned◼️ Use family and community for accountability and joyGet Nachman’s “My Why” ◼️ DM “MY WHY” on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nhoffmanonlyup/◼️ Or access it here:https://chatgpt.com/g/g-6829a4d7c2d081918da4d8c5444da199-my-why-methodConnect with Nachman◼️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhoffmanonlyup/◼️ Website: onlyup.me◼️ Email: [email protected] | [email protected] the Frum Health ClubGet inspired, stay accountable, and share wins with the community:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

B’’HWelcome to the Frum Health Club Podcast — where health, fitness, and Torah come together to help us live stronger, happier lives as frum Yidden.In this episode, I sit down with Rabbi Shmuel Chaim Naiman — foraging guide, certified health counselor, and mashgiach ruchani at Yeshivat Lev HaTorah in Ramat Beit Shemesh, where he teaches a daily Healthy Jew class. He is the author of Land of Health: Israel’s War for Wellness and writes the Healthy Jew newsletter. Recently, Rabbi Naiman completed IDF training and joined the Israel Defense Forces as a reservist, reflecting his belief that true Jewish health includes physical readiness, emotional resilience, and spiritual strength.We discuss:✅ His journey into foraging, health counseling, and Torah-based wellness✅ What “Israel’s War for Wellness” really means today✅ How Torah guides nutrition, movement, sleep, and daily routines✅ Practical ways to spot real food vs food-like substances✅ Foraging in Eretz Yisroel and reconnecting to the land for body and soul✅ Simple first steps for busy people to feel more energy and vitality✅ Balancing family, learning, parnassah, and health without guilt✅ How communities and yeshivos can champion health as a Torah value✅ The Rambam’s view of guarding your health as avodas Hashem✅ Mindset tools for calm, discipline, and long term consistencyWhether you are already active or just starting, this conversation gives clear, doable steps to live as a Healthy Jew in body, mind, and soul.📲 Join the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and keep yourself accountable:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9🔗 Learn more about Rabbi Naiman’s work, book, and newsletter:https://healthyjew.org/Rabbi Naimans newsletter: https://thehealthyjew.substack.com/p/welcome-to-healthy-jew—If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who could use some chizuk in health.

B’’HDuring COVID, Yisroel Rosenbaum laced up his first pair of running shoes just to stay active. What began as simple jogs soon grew into triathlons, then Ironman, and ultimately the Ironman World Championship. In 2025, a rare Sunday race in Nice, France gave him the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete on the world stage without compromising Shabbos — representing both Australia and Klal Yisroel. His journey is about more than medals or finish lines: it’s about building extraordinary health, deepening avodas Hashem, and showing what’s possible when discipline meets faith.In this powerful episode, we cover:✅ How running during lockdown turned into triathlon and Ironman✅ The journey from Busselton to qualifying for the World Championship✅ Competing in Nice on a rare Sunday race as a frum Jew✅ What it felt like to stand at the start line among the world’s best athletes✅ Balancing training with family, career, and community responsibilities✅ Recovery, sleep, and nutrition — the keys to sustainable performance✅ Why training itself is more meaningful than race day✅ Mental clarity, focus, and spiritual growth through endurance sports✅ Inspiring family and community to prioritize health and self-care✅ Practical advice for frum men to take small steps toward fitness todayJoin the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and stay accountable on your health journey:WhatsApp Group 👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

B”HAt 36, during a bar mitzvah, Rabbi Nochum Kurinsky suffered a heart attack that changed everything. With Hashem’s kindness and serious lifestyle changes, he rebuilt his health, discovered endurance sports, and has since completed 15 plus Half Ironmans and a full Ironman. Today he shares the mindset, habits, and Torah perspective that helped him turn a crisis into purpose.In this powerful episode, we cover:✅ How a heart attack became a turning point for real self care✅ Cardiac rehab, early setbacks, and finding a sustainable training path✅ From first bike rides to triathlon, building aerobic base the smart way✅ Why consistency beats intensity for long term health✅ Time management as a shliach, husband, and father, setting real boundaries✅ Nutrition basics for everyday living vs. training and race day✅ Using positive goals and races to keep motivation high✅ Rambam and “guarding your health” as a living mitzvah✅ Being a healthy role model for your family and community✅ Practical first steps after a health scare, find the right doctor, build habitsJoin the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and stay accountable on your health journey:WhatsApp Group https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

 Frum Health Club Podcast – Episode 4: Dovid YerushalmiAt 69 years old, most people think about slowing down. Dovid Yerushalmi is just getting stronger. A proud Chabad Chossid, husband, father, grandfather, and accomplished attorney, Dovid has also become a world-class endurance athlete. He has completed eight half-Ironmans and six full Ironmans, winning his age division in seven of them. Today, he is in Nice, France, preparing to compete in the Ironman World Championships.In this powerful episode, we cover:✅ Growing up with fitness and faith as part of daily life✅ Balancing triathlon training with Torah, family, and law practice✅ Overcoming setbacks, injuries, and still pushing forward with resilience✅ The role of his wife and family in supporting his journey✅ Rambam’s guidance on guarding health as a mitzvah✅ Why consistency beats intensity for long-term health✅ Lessons on time management, focus, and living with purpose✅ How being a role model in health can inspire children, community, and even non-observant JewsWhether you’re starting out, rebuilding, or pushing your limits, his example proves it’s never too late to grow stronger — both physically and spiritually. Join the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and stay accountable on your health journey:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

B’’HWelcome to Episode 4 of the Frum Health Club Podcast — where we explore the connection between health, fitness, and living fully as a frum Yidden!In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Yehuda Frischman, L.Ac., DAOM, a practitioner of Traditional Jewish Medicine who combines Torah wisdom with holistic approaches to health. He shares how to treat people — not just diseases — by addressing the root causes of imbalance in body, mind, and soul.We discuss:✅ The 15 Principles of Traditional Jewish Medicine and how to apply them✅ Why Shabbos is the ultimate weekly reset for healing and balance✅ Practical steps for busy people to improve nutrition, sleep, and stress management✅ Raising healthier children in a candy-filled world✅ Learning to slow down, listen to the body’s signals, and connect to Hashem through healthWhether you’re health-focused or just beginning your journey, this conversation will inspire you with Torah-aligned guidance for real, lasting healing.📲 Join the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and keep yourself accountable on your health journey:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l...📞 Connect with Dr. FrischmanWebsite: Traditional Jewish MedicineAppointments (Israel office): +972 4-672-4848US phone (also rings in Israel): +1 323-617-0431Email: [email protected]

B’’H🎙 Frum Health Club Podcast – Episode 3: Shmarya RichlerAt 59, Shmarya Richler was prescribed blood pressure pills. He also battled reflux, gout, elevated sugar, and excess weight. Instead of accepting a lifetime of medication, he chose a different path. Ten years later, he is 75 pounds lighter, off meds, and has completed seven marathons. His journey is a powerful blend of resilience, faith, and taking one small step at a time.In this episode, we cover:✅ The wake-up call and the first simple steps that actually stuck✅ How walk–run intervals grew into half marathons and then full marathons✅ Portion control, “cutting down” instead of “cutting out,” and why diets fail✅ Rambam on guarding your health and building daily movement into life✅ Blue Zones, consistency, and why movement beats intensity✅ Throwing away the pill bottle at the NYC Marathon finish line✅ Practical advice to start in environments where unhealthy norms feel “normal”✅ Stories that inspire: running with Parkinson’s advocates and spreading mitzvos on race dayWhether you are just starting or returning after years, Shmarya’s story shows it is never too late to change your health and your life.📲 Join the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and stay accountable on your health journey:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

B’’H🎙 Frum Health Club Podcast – Episode 2: Aharon RossAt 35 years old, Aharon Ross found out he had diabetes — a moment that could have led to decline. Instead, it became the turning point that reshaped his life. In just three months, he dropped 21 pounds, put his diabetes into dormancy for 15 years without medication, and discovered a love for running that has grown into more than two decades of endurance and joy.In this episode, we cover:✅ His journey from secular background, becoming frum, and balancing Torah, business, and fitness✅ How walking turned into running — and why small, consistent steps matter most✅ Managing diabetes through lifestyle, diet, and discipline✅ Overcoming serious injury and returning stronger✅ The mental, spiritual, and emotional benefits of running✅ Lessons from completing marathons and even an ultra run around Manhattan✅ Advice for beginners: how to start moving, lose weight, and make it enjoyableWhether you’re taking your first steps toward fitness or pushing past your limits, Aharon’s story will inspire you to keep going and find joy in the journey.📲 Join the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and keep yourself accountable on your health journey:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9

B’’HWelcome to Episode 1 of the Frum Health Club Podcast — where we explore the connection between health, fitness, and living a full life as a frum Yid.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rubie Minkowitz — orthopedic surgeon, proud member of the Chabad community in Los Angeles, devoted husband and father, and an exceptional athlete. At 51 years old, he runs 60–100 miles per week, cycles more than 40 miles at a time, and recently completed a full marathon in under 3 hours and 30 minutes.We discuss:✅ His health and fitness journey, and how he balances Torah study, family time, and a demanding medical career✅ Why health is often neglected in our communities — and how to change that✅ Practical tips for busy people to improve fitness, diet, and sleep✅ How Torah values and discipline drive his training✅ Lessons in emunah, bitachon, and resilience from running and cyclingWhether you’re already active or just starting your health journey, this conversation will inspire you to take action today.📲 Join the Frum Health Club to get inspired, stay motivated, and keep yourself accountable on your health journey:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnelwCB486l73fbKlaHGl9