On the 29th, the YouTube channel ‘Gym Jong-kook’ released a video titled ‘GYM Jong-kook, GYM Chang-wook, GYM Jong-seo.’
In the video, Kim Jong-kook commented on Ji Chang-wook, who is also a member of the same gym, saying, “He’s not someone who works out with intense passion but rather comes regularly for maintenance, so he doesn’t nag like other idol juniors.”
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Ji Chang-wook revealed, “I used to hear a lot from Jong-kook about not working out. Have you ever seen me work out? I can’t even find a gap to ask for advice because he works out with such fit people.” His comment brought laughter.
Regarding Ji Chang-wook’s return as ‘Ussi Wanghu,’ Kim Jong-kook asked, “Chang-wook, you’ve done historical dramas before, don’t you get to avoid body management in those?”
Ji Chang-wook responded, “It’s been almost 10 years since I did one. There’s some exposure involved. But it’s a bit challenging because it’s set in Goguryeo, and I’m worried about managing my body like a fitness trainer.”
Ji Chang-wook added, “It’s painful to suddenly get in shape. I think I should go to the gym at least twice a week.” He mentioned that he works out quite intensely, which prompted Kim Jong-kook to compliment him, saying, “He has naturally good shoulders. Even without working out, he has a good frame. He’s handsome in the face, but his body is also well-built.”
When Kim Jong-kook asked if Ji Chang-wook had a great body when he played a spy, Ji Chang-wook explained, “I lived with a trainer back then. We managed everything including diet and exercise together.” He also mentioned that he recently started boxing.
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Ji Chang-wook, who reportedly drinks 5 liters of coffee, said, “I read that decaf is worse for health.” Kim Jong-kook laughed and asked, “Do you drink 5 liters of caffeine? Do you sleep well?” Ji Chang-wook admitted that he often struggles with sleep and realized it might be because of the coffee, which elicited laughter.
Kim Jong-kook expressed his affection for Ji Chang-wook as a school junior. Ji Chang-wook shared, “I always saw banners of hyung (older brother) since middle and high school. It’s a point of pride for teachers. They talk about him like a legend.” Kim Jong-kook responded, “You didn’t like me when you were in school,” and Ji Chang-wook confirmed, “Yes,” which made everyone laugh.