Singer Kangnam stated that he lost 20kg through running.
Kangnam recently revealed on the YouTube channel 'Life84' that he lost weight by running with webtoon artist Gi-an 84's running crew, saying, "When I first saw Gi-an, I weighed 89kg, but now I weigh 69kg. I lost 20kg," which surprised many.
In response, Gi-an 84 said, "You've lost a lot of weight. You look really handsome now," and added, "That's why Sang-hwa says she likes me. She said I made you lose weight and look handsome by making you run," expressing his satisfaction. Kangnam's wife, Lee Sang-hwa, said, "Kangnam is originally a handsome person. When he loses weight, his features become so defined," expressing her gratitude.
Running is Effective for Calorie Burning and Improving Cardiovascular Function
The secret to Kangnam's weight loss, running, is a representative aerobic exercise that can burn an average of 300-500kcal in 30 minutes, depending on weight and speed. When running, the heart beats faster and stronger, sending blood throughout the body, which strengthens cardiovascular function.
Joining a running crew like Kangnam and running with others has several advantages compared to running alone. Especially in terms of motivation, sustainability, and exercise intensity management, the positive effects are significant. When running alone, one may easily postpone exercise due to fatigue, inconvenience, or weather, but participating in crew activities allows for consistent exercise due to the set time, place, and people to run with.
This leads to a stable frequency of running, increasing the likelihood of long-term fitness improvement and weight management. Additionally, running with experienced individuals allows one to learn basic running skills such as breathing techniques, pace control, and posture.
Being part of a running crew can also allow one to experience a slightly faster pace than when running alone or naturally cover a longer distance, thereby improving cardiovascular endurance. Especially when running with people of similar fitness levels, managing exercise intensity becomes easier.
Ignoring Personal Fitness When Joining a Running Crew Can Lead to Injuries
However, there are points to be cautious about. The most common issue is trying to match the crew's average pace without considering one's own fitness or recovery speed. This can lead to injuries and actually decrease exercise sustainability.
Especially as the crew size increases, the likelihood of neglecting personal condition management also rises, so on days when one does not feel well, it is important to have the judgment to choose rest rather than being swept up in the atmosphere and forcing participation.
Additionally, due to the nature of crew activities, post-exercise gatherings or snack consumption may become frequent. At this time, if the compensation psychology for exercise kicks in, it is common for the caloric intake to exceed the calories burned through exercise. If this happens repeatedly, weight changes may not meet expectations, leading to decreased motivation. After running, it is advisable to focus on stretching and hydration before dispersing.
