Kim Kang-woo cries "Save me" during workout, reveals spinal surgery

Actor Kim Kang-woo revealed that he underwent spinal disc surgery, disclosing that his physical condition is not as good as usual. Although he is known to enjoy consistent exercise such as weight training, he struggled with consecutive movements during his first encounter with Gyrotonic and eventually blurted out, "Save me."

In a video titled 'I underestimated Mr. Mu-young's workout and lost my soul... My first Gyrotonic experience,' released on his YouTube channel on the 16th, Kim Kang-woo experienced Gyrotonic along with his wife.

Kim Kang-woo, who is usually accustomed to exercises like weight training, showed a somewhat wary attitude before facing the unfamiliar workout. In particular, appearing to think Gyrotonic was an exercise mainly done by women, he initially hesitated, saying, "I'm not going."

However, once he actually started the workout, he experienced a level of difficulty completely different from his expectations.

Even more unexpected stories emerged during the process of checking his physical condition before the main workout. While examining his body, Kim Kang-woo's wife said, "Your neck is in really bad shape right now. Your neck is completely stiff." She continued, "Your whole body is not good. And your waist is not good."

In response, Kim Kang-woo revealed that he had actually undergone spinal disc surgery. Contrary to his image of managing his body through regular exercise, he directly disclosed that he experiences discomfort in his neck and waist.

However, in the video, Kim did not explain in detail his current symptoms, the specific timing of the surgery, the cause, or the treatment process. Therefore, his remarks alone cannot be used to conclude his current health status or the range of possible exercise. In particular, having undergone spinal disc surgery does not mean one must avoid all types of exercise; the method and intensity of exercise can vary depending on an individual's condition and a medical professional's judgment.

The subsequent Gyrotonic experience led to unexpected physical comedy.

Even Kim, who initially thought the exercise would be relatively light, saw his expression change once he began the movements. Unlike familiar weight training, as movements requiring fine control of body movement continued, he became flustered, asking, "Why is this so hard?"

In particular, during the process of lifting his body, he was unable to perform the movements properly and complained, "I can't get up." As the intensity of the workout continued, he was seen looking for water and gradually lost his composure, saying, "This is hard, so hard."

Ultimately, Kim jokingly told the trainer, "Teacher, I was wrong." However, as the difficult movements continued, he finally cried out, "Save me," drawing laughter.

This scene also demonstrated the fact that having a lot of exercise experience does not mean one can immediately adapt to all types of exercise. While weight training is a method of applying load to muscles and performing repetitive resistance exercises, Gyrotonic is known as a method that utilizes special equipment to combine various movements such as joint mobility and body rotation/extension. Because it requires a completely different way of using the body compared to familiar exercises, it can feel unfamiliar even to those with an exercise background.

For Kim, the experience also showed how easily the prejudice of a 'seemingly easy exercise' can be overturned. This is because wearing workout clothes and doing weight training in a gym requires a completely different type of physical ability than moving one's body delicately and maintaining balance.

Even after the workout ended, Kim's struggle did not end easily. Upon returning home, he said, "I'm so tired," perhaps due to the aftermath of his first Gyrotonic experience.

When his wife asked, "Don't you feel refreshed?" Kim's answer was unexpected.

"No, I'm out of it. And I'm hungry."

He provided laughter once again by complaining of fatigue and hunger first, rather than the refreshment commonly expected after a workout.

Kim is an actor who has been active steadily across films and dramas such as 'The Coast Guard' (debut in 2002), 'Silmido', 'Le Grand Chef', 'Miracle of Love', 'The Taste of Money', 'The Vanished', and 'Guimoon: The Lightless Door.' In particular, he has added weight to each work by portraying characters with ambiguous boundaries between good and evil or characters with strong inner strength with stable acting skills.

Recently, he has been expanding his connection with the public not only through his acting work but also through his personal channel, revealing private aspects such as his workouts and daily life that were not easily seen on broadcast. In this video, unlike actor Kim's serious image, his human side—being flustered in front of an unfamiliar workout and joking with the trainer—was fully revealed.

Above all, what is notable in this video is that rather than maintaining his image as a 'skilled exerciser,' he acknowledges the signals his body is sending. While exercise is a means for physical strength and health, it is important to adjust the type and intensity of exercise when the physical condition is poor. In particular, those with a history of spinal disc surgery should consult a professional regarding whether and how to exercise.

Kim also, rather than overextending himself to prove his athletic ability, honestly admitted his struggle in the face of unfamiliar movements. While his jokingly shouted "Save me" was a comedic highlight of the video, it was also a very realistic depiction of the relationship between exercise and physical limits.

Even an actor who has dominated the screen by playing strong characters is no exception when it comes to his own body. Kim's experience of breaking down before an unfamiliar workout, while also revealing his spinal surgery, humorously demonstrates that the core of exercise is not about records or competition, but about understanding one's own body.