Frum Health Club Podcast – Episode 4: Dovid Yerushalmi
At 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 Jews
Whether 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:
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