Uee Reveals 10kg Weight Gain During Trainee Days on 'Let's Get Slim'

Singer Uee candidly shared her past struggles with binge eating during her trainee days.

The second episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Let's Get Slim,' airing on the 12th, will feature the nine 'Slim Couple' contestants embarking on intense diet and training boot camps. Their journey to regain love, stamina, and confidence is expected to resonate deeply with viewers and garner significant support.

Before the workouts commence, the female contestants undergo a signature 'hand diagnosis' by trainer Lee Mo-ran. Using only her fingertips, Lee accurately identifies hidden health issues and postural imbalances, leaving everyone in awe. In subsequent one-on-one consultations, the women bravely open up about the emotional scars caused by their weight struggles, marking the first step towards genuine transformation.

Witnessing this, the three MCs—Kim Jong-kook, Uee, and Lee Su-ji—became deeply engrossed in the contestants' stories, recalling their own experiences. Upon hearing about a participant's binge eating, Uee confessed, "I also gained about 10kg when I was a trainee. I felt an unfillable void, so I kept eating even when I was full," honestly sharing her personal journey.

Meanwhile, the male contestants, under the guidance of trainer Ma Sun-ho, begin with InBody scans and stamina tests. Shockingly high body fat percentages, exceeding 40%—far above the male average of 10-20%—are revealed one after another, highlighting the arduous path ahead. Attention is now focused on how trainer Ma Sun-ho will lead the men in their quest to reach their target weight.

The MCs were also taken aback by the contestants' figures. Kim Jong-kook calmly stated, "My body fat percentage hovers around 8%," drawing everyone's attention. Uee exclaimed in admiration, "Are you preparing for a competition?" while Lee Su-ji lightened the mood by revealing, "I weighed 45kg in the 4th grade of elementary school."

Korean netizens reacted with empathy, commenting, 'Uee must have had a tough time as a trainee,' and 'I can relate to the binge eating,' while also noting Kim Jong-kook's exceptional physique with remarks like 'Kim Jong-kook is on another level.'