“I’m punishing myself by eating fried chicken”, “don’t wear baggy clothes or you’ll end up filling it”
if you don’t have a healthy relationship between yourself, food, exercise and health, it won’t last and you won't find happiness by just reaching that
she loses weight in the second/third ep, but she's still not happy or satisfied, she became a size small and yet what she wants to be xsmall?
her confidence shakes too much by her shallow bully coworker, she wants a v shaped face, s line, xsmall, 40kg, honestly the korean beauty standard won't be reached just cuz you reached a weight category
that dress did not “sparkle” again anywhere else, shaming a woman for wanting to eat, then shaming men for being skinny, and him saying she wanted to dress in “kids size” then still not let her eat…
Also calling the restaurant owner “you’re a pig for thinking they’re anchovies” when she was just talking about their food, that dude is too self centered
At one point also, he’s like super dumb and it can become cute but he’s like a brick wall with a cute smile
Atleast fl shows signs of change but he’s just so comical
zero romance/ chemistry between the characters
They had better chemistry in the pre release vids
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A Thorough Laughter Riot, Don't Miss It!!
This is the craziest guffaw that I have watched in a long time, a complete laughter riot!!It will take sometime to warm upto to this ridiculous tale that revolves around hardcore gym routine. The male protagonist is a strict gym trainer who won’t take “No, I’m tired” from his trainees. He is an extremist, a connoisseur of perfect body semetrics and hugely rude. The way he talks comes across as outputting and pure arrogance; which could be attributed to the fact that he was a pageant winner. Unlike his colleagues who are easy going, he is disciplined, strict and a no-nonsense type of guy. He doesn’t let off his trainees and trains the hell out of them; because of which most of them run away and their gym is almost empty, except for the few annoying regulars who just come to the gym to pass time. What happens when the strict trainer meets his match in the trainee who wants to try her best but can’t give up on carbs? The hysteria is epic and their grueling training sessions are laughter riots. I never thought I would enjoy watching Lee Jun Young in a comic role; especially after watching his devil act in “The Impossible Heir” and “Weak Hero Class 2”. For those who think that he is more suited to play negative characters, you should let this show change your opinion.
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1.5 kg x 100 of Humor and Comedy
Yes it's over the top. Yes everything is exaggerated. But so far it works. I just keep laughing and laughing out loud. It was only a few weeks ago I finished watching Lee Jun Young as a diabolical bully and criminal in Weak Hero Class 2. Now he is this intense, but hilarious gym rat/fitness trainer/competitive body builder who can't stop posing with his big shoulders. I've watched the first 3 episodes and I'm loving it. It really doesn't have much of a continuing storyline other than a cast of characters who workout in this neighborhood gym, and the attraction building between the ML and FL. It's the comedy that is carrying it and I have to say it's working. Working on a series like this had to be such fun for the actors. How in the heck did they actually get any decent takes? I would have just laughed my way through. I guess that's why they are the professionals.Was this review helpful to you?
Let's Move Away from These Tropes
I am writing a review for the first time on this drama because, like many, I came here to check and make sure I wasn't alone.Even if I can get past the slapstick comedy (not really my favorite type of humor), the over-the-top acting, and general "fluffiness" of it all, it's really hard for me to suspend all disbelief and pretend that actress Jung Eun Ji is supposed to be overweight. By episode 5, the continued fat-shaming by her family and people around her feels tired, unrealistic, and downright frustrating to watch.
I keep thinking, who was in the director's and writer's room? Are we really okay with continuing these types of stories? It feels unhelpful that this type of drama really adds anything to conversations, especially around diet culture. The relationship with her mother, although I'm sure realistic, doesnt' feel like they're trying to give actual commentary or make positive change.
Perhaps I should watch the rest but by episode 8, I would hope to see some rising action that feels like we're actually making social commentary and I just haven't gotten that.
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It's freaky, but I love it! What the fat!
I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard watching a drama. I just wish there was a bit more romance between the male and female lead. This drama also focuses a lot on the other characters — not sure why. Still, it's such an awesome drama with a great storyline and so much laughter. It's just not your usual K-drama — you need to watch it with an open mind and not compare it to other K-dramas. Highly recommend it.Was this review helpful to you?
Makes me spit out my drink from laughing
I can’t wait to finish the rest of this show.The male lead truly cracked me up throughout the episodes.
His facial expressions 😭😭💀💀
I already know this would be considered a rewatch for sure.
I’m very much enjoying the acting, good story progression, chemistry and soundtrack.
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It is painful to watch- just a little bit
I’m waiting to watch Jun’s new rom-com. He’s a very, very talented actor—especially when he plays villains. He’s amazing at that. But when it comes to romantic comedies… sorry, he just doesn’t seem to pick the right scripts.In this one, his character doesn’t even feel human. People who go to the gym aren’t that extreme. It’s so unrealistic. Extreme, unrealistic comedy. He is so obsessed and repeating the same things.
And I think we all know Eun Ji… she can’t show her potential in this script. I’ve watched almost all of her dramas.
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Jun’s body is sometimes very big , sometimes turn normal size. Unrealistic shape. I can’t focus on the story very well to focus his body size. His head is getting smaller. I hope production time get attention this problem.
There are also three women at the gym who get way too much screen time—and honestly, they’re just annoying. Same goes for the sister and her boyfriend. None of them talk about anything meaningful—no real conversations about life or anything deeper. They’re rude, shallow, and honestly painful to watch. It feels like they’re just there to waste time.
What’s wrong her mom? Can we beat her mom just once? Her mother is problem her sister is problem. I’m really sad for her.
But I really love watching Jun and Eun Ji. If the main leads were played by anyone else, I probably would’ve stopped watching already. But I just can’t let them go :( Let’s continue to watch
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la mejor parte fue cuando la quité
Este drama muestra mucho la cultura de la gordofobia en el pais, las actuaciones de los actores es buena pero la historia (a pesar de ser un drama de comedia) me pareció muy tonta y en lugar de dar risa daba roña. He visto muchos dramas de comedia pero este no lo logró para nada lograr encajar la historia con el romance y comedia que promete. considero que los actores son muy buenos y reconocidos por lograr dar cringe de la manera en la que el director buscaba. a jun lo acababa de ver en heroe debil 2 pero me parecio que este papel no lo debió tomar o tener un poco mas de criterio al aceptar dramas.Was this review helpful to you?
un côté humouristique mais peut déclencher des réactions
j’ai regardé les 4 derniers épisodes sortis pour l’instant donc par la suite ma critique pourrait changé. le départ est plutôt drôle avec ce coach sportif complètement décaler et cette femme qui recherche à être aimé à tout prix qui se fait rejeter par tous les hommes qu’elle a fréquentée. ce qui est drôle pour certaine personne peut aussi déclencher un problème sur certains trouble, même si c’est miser sur de l’humour si vous êtes un peu sujette à des soucis de santé, ça peut aussi mettre mal à l’aise . la OST je ne la trouve pas génial mais peut-être que par la suite d’autre arriveront .Was this review helpful to you?
