The Frum Health Club Podcast

Frum Fitness: The Mindset Every Jewish Man Needs Today with Mordechai Sopher

Mendel Krashunsky

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 Hashem

Get the Frum Fitness book
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