On November 2, Jang Yoon-ju uploaded a video titled 'Fitness Tips for Your 20s to 40s: Hot New Swimsuit Fitting Review' on her YouTube channel.
In the video, Jang expressed her excitement to share her methods for maintaining her figure in her 20s, 30s, and 40s.
Reflecting on her past, Jang looked at her collection of swimsuits and bikinis, saying, "How did I wear this?" She admitted, "Even as a model, I'm no longer confident wearing swimsuits. It's been a while since I wore a bikini."
Jang shared, "I used to buy a swimsuit every time I traveled, but now I find rash guards more comfortable," adding that in her 20s, she wore bikinis without a second thought.
Jang revealed that she forced herself to do personal training in her 20s, noting, "Even a week of exercise would change my body quickly, and I could indulge in late-night snacks and drinks without worry. But in my 30s, I wanted to enjoy exercise as a human being, so I started Pilates."
Jang, who holds a Pilates certification, shared, "I've been doing Pilates for nine years. I saw changes for the first six years, but not much in the last three. When there's no change despite consistent exercise, try altering your routine a bit." She emphasized, "Keep Pilates as your main exercise but incorporate cardio and strength training. They should go hand in hand."
Jang also addressed a common question, "Can you lose weight just by walking?" She confessed, "After having a child, I doubled my efforts," surprising many. However, she added, "I don't push myself too hard. I've learned some tricks. Now, I exercise and use helpful products to maintain my figure. It's tough to keep up otherwise."
After having a child, Jang shifted her main exercise back to personal training. She focuses on enhancing her natural strengths rather than trying to fill in what's missing. Jang stated, "I've decided to accept and embrace who I am," showing a natural acceptance of the inevitable changes that come with age, even as a model.
Born in 1980, Jang Yoon-ju is 44 years old this year. She married industrial designer and entrepreneur Jung Seung-min, who is four years her junior, in 2015. The couple welcomed their daughter, Lisa, in 2017.
By Dayeon Jeong, TenAsia Reporter light@tenasia.co.kr