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K-pop star Bada credits running for her 'hot girl' physique in her 40s
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K-pop star Bada credits running for her 'hot girl' physique in her 40s

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean singer Bada, formerly of S.E.S., revealed her fitness secret is consistent running, maintaining a toned physique in her 40s.
  • She shared that she increased her daily running distance to 10 km last year, pushing herself beyond her usual 5 km.
  • Experts highlight running as a beneficial aerobic exercise for fat loss, cardiovascular health, and overall well-being, recommending gradual increases in intensity and duration.

Bada, the former lead singer of the iconic K-pop group S.E.S., has revealed that her secret to maintaining a toned physique and visible abs in her 40s is consistent running. The singer, who has garnered attention online as a "hot girl" for her healthy and fit appearance, shared her dedication to exercise during a recent appearance on the MBC variety show "Radio Star."

I've been exercising consistently since my debut. Originally, I ran 5km, but last year I pushed myself by running 10km every day.

— BadaExplaining her consistent exercise routine and recent increase in running distance.

"I've been exercising consistently since my debut," Bada stated, explaining that while she used to run 5 kilometers daily, she significantly increased her routine last year. "Last year, I pushed myself by running 10 kilometers every day," she revealed, highlighting her commitment to her fitness goals.

Experts emphasize that running is a prime example of aerobic exercise, offering numerous health benefits beyond fat reduction. It significantly improves cardiorespiratory endurance and promotes cardiovascular health. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends adults engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity per week, ideally spread throughout the week.

Running is a representative high-intensity aerobic exercise.

— ExpertsDescribing the nature and benefits of running as an exercise.

For enhanced health benefits, the AHA suggests aiming for over 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise weekly, combined with at least two days of strength training. They also stress the importance of reducing sedentary time and gradually increasing exercise duration and intensity according to one's fitness level. Running is classified as a vigorous-intensity activity, characterized by an elevated heart rate and noticeable breathlessness, making conversation difficult during the activity. However, experts advise starting gradually, perhaps with walking or short runs, before progressively increasing the distance and intensity to avoid overexertion.

More movement and less sitting is the start of a healthy life.

— AHAEmphasizing the importance of an active lifestyle for overall health.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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