[Sportschosun Kim Soo-hyun] Actor Namkoong Min revealed the secret behind his strict self-management, along with the exceptional support he receives from his pregnant wife, Jin Ah-reum.
On the JTBC program "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator since 2014" aired on the 21st, Namkoong Min, known as the "ultimate self-management king," appeared and opened up his refrigerator.
That day, Namkoong Min talked about his daily routine of staying in shape for his projects. He said, "I usually work out for three hours a day and eat six meals a day," adding, "My usual weight is around 67 kilograms, but I have even gained up to 84 kilograms for a role."
He went on to say, "Because it's my job, I put my heart into building my body without even realizing how hard it was," showing his strong sense of responsibility and professionalism as an actor.
Behind his strict self-management was also the steady support of his wife, Jin Ah-reum. Namkoong Min said that diet control is essential for maintaining his muscular physique, and that Jin Ah-reum personally takes care of everything from meal prep to lunch boxes.
The refrigerator shown on the program was also neatly organized, and Jin Ah-reum's careful touch could be felt throughout.
In particular, viewers were impressed to see Jin Ah-reum, who is currently pregnant, preparing lunch boxes for her husband herself and even packing ice to keep the food from spoiling. Even during a time when simply taking care of her own body is not easy, she drew attention for carefully looking after her husband's health and diet as well.
Namkoong Min also admitted that such strict management is not always easy. He said, "I tend to gain weight and bloat more easily than I expected," and joked, "The foods that make you look worse are probably the ones that taste the best," drawing laughter.
He then showed his honest side by confessing, "Not long ago, I dipped aralia shoots in gochujang and even ate ramen with rice. But after it was over, I regretted it."
That day, Namkoong Min also hinted that he wanted a break from his long-standing self-discipline. He said, "Today, I want to eat happily without worrying about gaining weight," and requested dishes with hopeful themes such as "the perfect soju and beer mix" and "the perfect ugly look," bringing more laughter.
Meanwhile, Namkoong Min married Jin Ah-reum in October 2022.
More recently, he personally shared the news of her pregnancy, saying, "A precious new life has come to us," and received many congratulations. The couple is now preparing to welcome their new family member while making health and stability their top priorities.
shyun@sportschosun.com
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