While the show had its charm, it ultimately couldn't hold my attention. The handsome male lead and surprisingly realistic gym scenes were definite highlights—it’s rare to see fitness depicted with this much authenticity in a rom-com setting. The show balanced hilarious, over-the-top humour with heartfelt moments in the beginning, and when it clicked, it clicked.
However, that spark wasn’t consistent. The tone started to feel forced, and what initially felt like conscious exaggeration for comedic effect eventually became repetitive and boring. The female lead, despite being written as quirky and passionate, just didn’t land emotionally for me—something about her lacked appeal or depth. It felt like the story was trying to do a lot without fully committing to any of its threads.
Overall, it was a fun concept with a strong start, but to me it was a missed opportunity in execution. With tighter writing and more balanced character dynamics, this could have been a standout.
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Hilarious Over the Top Comedy
This show is an absolute gem — it's still airing, but it's already one of the funniest series I've seen in a long time. Packed with clever slapstick humor and over-the-top gags that are clearly meant to be taken lightly, it manages to be both ridiculous and genuinely clever at the same time. The comedic timing is sharp, and the physical humor lands every time.What really sets it apart, though, is the cast of characters. They're not just punchlines or caricatures — each one feels distinct, with real personality and surprising depth beneath the surface. As absurd as the situations get, the character work keeps you invested.
If you're looking for something that can make you laugh out loud while still feeling connected to the people on screen, this one's worth your time. Highly recommend keeping up with it as it airs!
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Enjoy the comedy
The body is always a sensitive topic. Audiences might feel overwhelmed when the central theme is about being too skinny, too fat, or even just average. So, this series probably isn’t for everyone. The way the male character is portrayed may come across as too extreme for some viewers, especially in how he talks about and reacts to body image. It might feel too harsh for people who struggle with body issues. However, this characterization of the gym instructor works for me—I was actually worried they’d go with a sugar-coated personality to address the idea of working out. Instead, I think the male character is being honest and genuinely wants his trainee to achieve their goals.I like the female lead because, even though she seems like an old character who has never been lucky in love and struggles with body image, she still sets high standards for herself in other areas. For example, in the workplace, she knows she’s good at her job, so she’s confident, capable, and stands her ground against co-workers who might try to take advantage of her.
The best part of this series is the comedy. I'm here for the laughs, and I’ve really enjoyed and been entertained by it. I hope they can keep the humor going until the end of the series. For me, it’s a solid 9 out of 10
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3 Reasons to Watch Pump Up the Healthy Love
How many rejections does it take to break confidence?Just one. It takes one NO to break everything that makes you.
This latest GYM love story chronicles the journey of two different individuals seeking their true selves. Do Hyeon Jung is determined to promote health and has even given up his love life for that. And there is Mi Ran, who has given up her body and health after facing immense rejection. Their paths crossed, and a vow was made.
It's been almost half of the year, and the Korean drama industry has delivered another underrated yet striking story. It's been the seventh episode, and love has appeared in a subtle note. MLs and FLs are in lov,e but they are lingering over it. For the first time, a director has treated love like it happens in real life. The rejection, the dilemma, and the pain felt so connected. Mi Ran is like the inner child who does not whisper breath and tries to survive in a sarcastic society.
The sister bonding is realistic and plays a good charm in bringing happy twists. Ji Ran is the sweetest yet convincing sister ever. Lee Da Eun adds blood and flesh to such a character who needs to be supportive, yet not lose herself in the process.
The story, as the title suggest,s reflects the need to build yourself first before falling in love. In today’s society where competition and comparison thrives, building of such story is of utmost importance.
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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?
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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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?
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Semplice ma bello
Quando ho iniziato questo drama non mi aspettavo nulla di speciale soprattutto dopo i primi 20 minuti!! Ma passato questo piccolo scoglio ho sempre atteso con gioia ogni nuovo episodio.. il mix e' contagioso... Esilarante sempre, ma con quel tocco speciale nel raccontare le storie dei personaggi che ti fa commuovere ... Ma come dimenticare gli sguardi da pazzoide sadico del nostro direttore le sue espressioni uniche mi hanno fatto morire dal ridere sempre!! Insieme alla sua goffa ma dolcissima dichiarazione d'amore! Le tre comare poi ahahahah ma quante patate dolci si sono mangiate in questo drama 😂😂 E la nostra protagonista ... Amo particolarmente quest'attrice ha un espressione e una semplicità così naturale nella recitazione che ti coinvolge pienamente nel suo ruolo ❤️ sono stati in grado di farmi venire fame sempre 😂 ma allo stesso tempo voglia di allenarmi con un malato del fitness come il nostro direttore... E benedica trovare un istruttore così 🔥La storia nasce semplice e senza pretese e così desideri vederla finire... Bello ❤️ mi mancheranno ❤️
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DEBEN DE VERLO
si quieren algo ligero...Sinceramente no esperaba verlo pero lo puse y wow jaja desde el minuto uno ya esta riendo y puesto que ya habia visto a jun actuar en un drama similar, el de "Dreaming with a fuck..ing fairytale" pues no se me hizo extraño, es una historia ligera que te muestran desde un inicio, después del capítulo 3 ya no pude parar realmente me engancho y me motivo a hacer ejercicio..
Me enamoré de la protagonista, ambos lo hicieron muy bien, estos tipos de dramas que te cuentan una historia por capitulo son geniales y sobretodo cada uno te dejaba una enseñanza, a pesar de que el amor se dio en los últimos capítulos eso no fue obstáculo para la quimica que tenian los protas.. no hubo ningún personaje que no me gustara, todos tenían algo que aportar, se vio el gran cambio que todos tuvieron a traves de la historia
el capítulo 12 final realmente me parecio largo.. senti innecesaria esa separación pero ok
Realmente me gusto y me hizo llorar el final.. los extrañare
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Prometia pouco e entregou menos ainda…
Esta é a típica série básica, que tenta ter comédia mas acaba por te dar momentos de vergonha alheia… tem partes engraçadas claro, mas no geral acaba por ser mais fraca do que se espera… muitos dos movimentos de fitness que mostram estão mal feitos, as personagens são do mais irreal e exagerado que existe, levando a atuações fracas…salva a banda sonora que vai salvando uma série destinada a falhar.
é daquelas séries que se parares de ver nos primeiros episódios não perdes muito…
prometia pouco e entregou menos ainda…
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Ambiance too much plus comique que romantique !
Honnêtement, avec toutes les mauvais avis que j’ai vues passer, je ne m’attendais à rien… et franchement, j’ai été agréablement surprise 😅C’est pas un chef-d’œuvre, mais j’ai passé un bon moment !
C’est clairement une comédie bien barrée 💥 qui parle de muscu, de dépassement de soi, de relations humaines… mais avec une vibe exagérée au max 🏋️♂️😂
Rien ne se prend trop au sérieux, tout est un peu caricatural, et pourtant y’a un fond touchant derrière toute cette folie.
Le drama essaye de parler de blessures intimes, de reconstruction, et surtout de ce que ça veut dire d’aimer sainement. Et j’ai trouvé ça plutôt réussi à ce niveau-là 💛
Alors, Jun dans le rôle de Do Hyeon Jung, c’est un vrai nounours sous stéroïdes 🐻💪🏻
Le combo “giga muscles + visage d’ange” crée un décalage visuel qui fait kitsch 😆 Mais au final on fini par s'y faire ! Il est maladroit, un peu trop premier degré, mais sincère, loyal, et vraiment attendrissant.
Et Lee Mi Ran ? Elle, c'est une petite bombe émotionnelle en jogging 💥
Elle est cash, explosive, parfois dure… mais elle cache beaucoup plus de douceur et de douleur qu’elle ne veut bien le montrer.
Elle mord avant de pleurer !
Bref, je l’ai trouvée hyper humaine, même quand elle m’agaçait un peu 😅
Leur duo ? C’est comme mélanger un milkshake protéiné avec un shot de soju, c'est un peu instable au départ, mais doucement, ça devient sympa 😏💕
Ils se cherchent, ils s’évitent, ils se comprennent sans vouloir se l’avouer… Et même si la romance met 1000 ans à se réveiller, y’a un vrai petit truc entre eux.
Par contre soyons honnêtes hein 😅
Si vous cherchez une vraie rom-com... fuyez !!! 🏃♀️
Y’a zéro romance installée avant l’épisode 10...
Et le fameux 😚 n’arrive que dans les dernières minutes de l’épisode 11, autant dire que c’est plus un bonus qu’une vraie trame 😬
Perso j’aurais adoré que ça soit plus développé, mais bon... c’est pas l’axe principal ici... 😒
Le reste du casting et lui aussi ultra caricatural, mais hyper attachant dans leur soutien les uns envers les autres ❤️
C’est un petit monde un peu absurde, mais où tout le monde finit par trouver sa place 😀
Bref, c’est un drama qui joue la carte du "too much", mais j'ai trouvé que c'était cohérent 👌🏻
C’est imparfait, maladroit parfois, mais j’ai souri, j’ai eu ma dose de feel good bien musclé 😅💪🏻💛
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