Jung So-min has become a hot topic among K-drama fans, especially after her standout role in Alchemy of Souls. Beyond her acting, she is also celebrated for her commitment to fitness and well-being.
After gaining weight while filming Playful Kiss, she successfully lost 10kg over 18 months and has maintained her slim figure of 44kg for more than ten years, proving that patience and perseverance pay off.
Her secret? A combination of healthy lifestyle choices, mindful eating, and a steady dedication to staying in shape.
Disclaimer: We neither encourage nor condone these tips. If you’re interested in implementing any of these tips into your lifestyle, consult with a healthcare professional beforehand.
The Secret to Her Slim Legs
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Jung often receives praise for her delicate facial features, but she openly revealed that her lower body has caused her some anxiety. At one time, she sought acupuncture at a traditional Korean clinic in hopes of slimming her legs, but she confessed that it didn’t make much of a difference.
Hence why, she recommended to avoid unnecessary treatments for the sake of your well-being. Instead, she prioritises regular movement and stretching to keep her body energised.
Jung highlights that minimising leg swelling and alleviating muscle tension are essential for keeping her legs looking their best.
Jung So-min’s Diet Routine
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Instead of resorting to extreme dieting, Jung prioritises building healthy habits. She sticks to a low-sodium diet and ensures one of her daily meals includes Korean cuisine. Her dinners, on the other hand, are kept light and packed with fibre.
Living in a house with a garden, Jung enjoys growing her own vegetables, which she incorporates into her meals. Whether it’s steaming Siberian ginseng leaves or harvesting fresh blueberries, lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes, she savours the taste of her homegrown produce.
For her, it adds not just flavour but also a sense of purpose to every meal.
Taking on Sports Climbing
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Over the past year, Jung has picked up sports climbing as a new hobby, which she first tried with her co-stars during the play Shakespeare in Love.
Inspired by co-star Jung Hae-in’s impressive forearm strength, she’s fully embraced the sport, even developing her first calluses.
Sports climbing, popular among celebrities like Seolhyun, Girls’ Generation’s Yoona, and BIBI, targets muscles in the abs, back, and glutes—areas that are often neglected in regular workouts.
This full-body exercise not only enhances flexibility but also boosts metabolism, making it the perfect workout for staying in shape.
Finding Balance Through Yoga
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In an interview, Jung So-min shared her thoughts on weight loss, saying, “I don’t recommend methods like surgery to lose weight, because it ruins your health. Being healthy is much more important than becoming prettier.”
This is why Jung credits yoga as part of her health fitness routine and mental well-being. She enjoys its calming effects on her mind, while it also helps enhance her flexibility and core strength.
For her, yoga is more than just a form of exercise; it’s a way to stay grounded amid her hectic routine.
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