(Courtesy of Qualify Protein) Most people don’t expect to see a guy with payot spotting deadlifts at the gym, but 21-year-old Yuda Katz has never been one to follow the crowd.
“I was the skinny kid,” he said. “No one believed I could do it. But I did. As a Chasidic kid, I did the impossible.”
Yuda’s journey from yeshiva to fitness inspiration didn’t happen overnight. It came through years of steady effort, self-reflection, and a deep commitment to growth.
“Discipline is the key,” Yuda said. “I’m not always motivated. I get tired. I get lazy like everyone else. But I still do it. Because I’m a man of discipline. If you want to succeed in life, not just in fitness, you have to do what others won’t. The hard stuff. The uncomfortable stuff.”
More than anything, Yuda sees fitness as a way to become a better version of yourself. “You can’t buy a physique,” he said. “You’ve got to earn it. Being able to walk up stairs without losing your breath, to control your body, to show up with strength and focus—that’s a gift. And it’s possible for anyone.”
As Yuda’s training progressed, he began to understand just how important nutrition was to his results. He started looking for a protein supplement that would support his routine—one that aligned with both his physical goals and his values. “Lifting is only part of the work. What you eat matters just as much,” he explained. “I chose Qualify Protein because I needed something effective, kosher and that tastes good so I can stick to it.”
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Today, Yuda shares his journey online through his Instagram account @snake._fit, where he encourages others in the frum community to prioritize their health.He recommends Qualify to all followers, because for him, it’s a tool that supports consistency, which he believes is the real key to long-term success.
Qualify is proud to play a small part in Yuda’s journey. The company’s mission has always been to support people who are working hard to take care of themselves—people who show up, stay consistent, and do the work. Yuda is a powerful reminder that transformation is possible for anyone, with the right mindset and the right support.
“I’m the first of my kind,” he said. “But I’m not trying to be the only one. I’m here to inspire others to feel strong, to take care of their bodies, and to stop holding themselves back.”
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