Anyone else watching? Reality show pitting athletes and Korean stars against each other in a survival competition. I binged all 8 episodes today and looking forward to the finale Tuesday.
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Last: 1 mo ago by Dr. Not Yet Dr. Ag
There is no way in hell this show as is would have been greenlit in the US with all the liability concerns. Especially with the second challenge where you're basically bare hand wrestling with no divide between weight classes. Can anyone say joint injuries and rib fractures?
That being said, yes it's a lot of fun, and no doubt there's gonna be a US version soon.
That being said, yes it's a lot of fun, and no doubt there's gonna be a US version soon.
Yes, there were a couple of us posting in the "what did you watch last night" thread a few weeks ago.
Agreed on the safety issues. I just can't imagine Lebron James wrestling Gronk next to a two foot tall metal grate.
What's your favorite challenge so far?
Agreed on the safety issues. I just can't imagine Lebron James wrestling Gronk next to a two foot tall metal grate.
What's your favorite challenge so far?
Obviously the best one is the one-on-one challenge with the ball. But I thought the 5 Greek named challenges were pretty cool as well.Definitely Not A Cop said:
Yes, there were a couple of us posting in the "what did you watch last night" thread a few weeks ago.
Agreed on the safety issues. I just can't imagine Lebron James wrestling Gronk next to a two foot tall metal grate.
What's your favorite challenge so far?
It's amazing how different the "stars" of Korea are compared to the US. I watched "Sexyama" in the UFC, and while he's one of their biggest stars and a legend in Korea, he's not even near the same level as many of our sports athletes. Don't care about having guys like James or NFL stars honestly.
I just like anything that puts people against each other in an athletic type challenge.
This show is like a mix of American Gladiators, Ultimate Ninja Warrior, and Survivor.
What I think I liked most about it was the absence of all the woke politics. That stuff has ruined Survivor for me. I'm sure once this takes off, they will use it to carry the woke torch as well. There are already US media outlets shaming the guy who chose the woman and dominated her.
Btw, Yun Sung-bin's standing "box/mat" jump scene was a lot of fun. Show is great.
The level of respect and decency that they show towards one another is amazing and is part of the reason I like the show so much. I hope that when they inevitably make the US version they can try to replicate that, although probably impossible knowing American personalities.
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I think the last challenges where each person got to select something that was more up their alley were the best ones since the initial ball challenge. The team stuff kind of took out some strong players and I don't think shows which individual physiques are better which seemed to be the premise of the show. Also how they set up the teams and got to select their opponents seemed to not really be fair. I think making challenges based on body weight like holding the rope on the saving challenge was a good one as well.
Really curious to see who keeps the ball rolling in the next episode. Was nutty they held that boulder up for like two hours.
Really curious to see who keeps the ball rolling in the next episode. Was nutty they held that boulder up for like two hours.
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Dr. Not Yet Dr. Ag said:
The level of respect and decency that they show towards one another is amazing and is part of the reason I like the show so much. I hope that when they inevitably make the US version they can try to replicate that, although probably impossible knowing American personalities.
Couldn't agree more.
We like it but we find it funny that they had men raslin for a ball vs women
We would like to see an American version called American Gladiators
We would like to see an American version called American Gladiators
I've really enjoyed watching it week by week as they released 2 episodes at a time. Despite having to wait on a cliffhanger, it's been fun reading the discussion threads on Reddit. I also agree that the respect and humility they embody is refreshing, I wonder how that might look in a US version.
I completely agree. It's unfortunate the way they set up the teams, would've liked seeing the team leads choose one at a time for potentially more parity across the groups.Madmarttigan said:
I think the last challenges where each person got to select something that was more up their alley were the best ones since the initial ball challenge. The team stuff kind of took out some strong players and I don't think shows which individual physiques are better which seemed to be the premise of the show. Also how they set up the teams and got to select their opponents seemed to not really be fair. I think making challenges based on body weight like holding the rope on the saving challenge was a good one as well.
Really curious to see who keeps the ball rolling in the next episode. Was nutty they held that boulder up for like two hours.
Enjoyed it, but did find myself fast forwarding during repeat competitions (i.e., how many times need to watch a ship pulled or sand carried). That is why liked last episode to pick finalist best since each competition only once.
Do they have human interest stories in between the competition
That's why I didn't watch, I get tired of 70% of these programs being human interest backstory and not events
That's why I didn't watch, I get tired of 70% of these programs being human interest backstory and not events
Almost zero human backstory, much more like a reality tv show with confessionals of them reacting to what's happening vs some anchor talking endlessly about them.
Clavell said:
Enjoyed it, but did find myself fast forwarding during repeat competitions (i.e., how many times need to watch a ship pulled or sand carried). That is why liked last episode to pick finalist best since each competition only once.
The ship pull was actually interesting.
That meathead muscle group was so confident and narrowly focused in on their strength advantage, that they just brute forced their way through the exercise using the most inefficient physics possible. They didn't even think of an alternative.
Unexpected reminder that your greatest strength can be your greatest weakness.
Only background was what sport they were from (I.e., MMA, wrestling, body builder, luger, mountain rescue, etc)
Finally some discussion on this board about the show. I find it addicting. Such a great reality tv show. Looking forward the the finale
No backstories or sob stories...to the point that I'm so interested in them and have been creeping all over some of their Instagrams to know more about them haha.
Another thing I found interesting is they referred to some people by a somewhat irrelevant occupation, like Jo Jin-hyeong the car dealer. But then we later find out through his convos that he won a strong man competition and you can see that advantage at a certain point.
Another thing I found interesting is they referred to some people by a somewhat irrelevant occupation, like Jo Jin-hyeong the car dealer. But then we later find out through his convos that he won a strong man competition and you can see that advantage at a certain point.
astros4545 said:
Do they have human interest stories in between the competition
That's why I didn't watch, I get tired of 70% of these programs being human interest backstory and not events
One of the best parts about it is that it doesn't do that BS. Almost like there isn't an agenda to push narratives.
Also refreshing to hear them unafraid to praise masculinity while also showing some very powerful women. The female wrestler who ended up chosen last as the tenth leader was impressive.
This show has throwback SpikeTV vibes.
Need more shows to do less sob stories every 5 seconds and more mindless action. THere is a place for it.
Need more shows to do less sob stories every 5 seconds and more mindless action. THere is a place for it.
Unfortunately I think we already know how an American version of Physical 100 would go based on how they butchered Ninja Warrior.aggierogue said:Obviously the best one is the one-on-one challenge with the ball. But I thought the 5 Greek named challenges were pretty cool as well.Definitely Not A Cop said:
Yes, there were a couple of us posting in the "what did you watch last night" thread a few weeks ago.
Agreed on the safety issues. I just can't imagine Lebron James wrestling Gronk next to a two foot tall metal grate.
What's your favorite challenge so far?
It's amazing how different the "stars" of Korea are compared to the US. I watched "Sexyama" in the UFC, and while he's one of their biggest stars and a legend in Korea, he's not even near the same level as many of our sports athletes. Don't care about having guys like James or NFL stars honestly.
I just like anything that puts people against each other in an athletic type challenge.
This show is like a mix of American Gladiators, Ultimate Ninja Warrior, and Survivor.
What I think I liked most about it was the absence of all the woke politics. That stuff has ruined Survivor for me. I'm sure once this takes off, they will use it to carry the woke torch as well. There are already US media outlets shaming the guy who chose the woman and dominated her.
MAYBE if Netflix makes it happen, and not abc/nbc/fox garbage, they could replicate it but with Americans.
The last episode full of punishments was exactly that. Pretty grueling endurance tests. Sisyphus Pinishment rolling a 220lbs rock uphill def wore them out, same with the 110lbs Atlas lift.
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as a Korean, i'm so glad stuff like this is becoming more mainstream.
Dr. Not Yet Dr. Ag said:
The level of respect and decency that they show towards one another is amazing and is part of the reason I like the show so much. I hope that when they inevitably make the US version they can try to replicate that, although probably impossible knowing American personalities.
I was talking about this with a friend today. What is it about their culture that they are so respectful of each other and so accountable with themselves, and we as a culture are so toxic and negative?
BallerStaf2003 said:Dr. Not Yet Dr. Ag said:
The level of respect and decency that they show towards one another is amazing and is part of the reason I like the show so much. I hope that when they inevitably make the US version they can try to replicate that, although probably impossible knowing American personalities.
I was talking about this with a friend today. What is it about their culture that they are so respectful of each other and so accountable with themselves, and we as a culture are so toxic and negative?
I think it boils down to collectivism (Korea) vs individualism (US). But there are pluses and minuses to both. There can be toxicity anywhere.
I am loving this show. I don't think the formula would work for a US show though.
I've watched a few episodes and it's pretty enjoyable. Agree it's kind of neat to see everyone being respectful, American shows want to ramp up the drama, can't imagine them wanting something similar. It's been interesting to watch the strategy when selecting opponents. Some looked for an even match, some looking for a mismatch, even watching men pick women and women pick men is different from what we'd expect to see here.
One thing I picked up, don't choose a wrestler as your opponent, you will lose.
One thing I picked up, don't choose a wrestler as your opponent, you will lose.
BallerStaf2003 said:
I was talking about this with a friend today. What is it about their culture that they are so respectful of each other and so accountable with themselves, and we as a culture are so toxic and negative?
Honestly probably just the show producers preference and editing.
If you made a US version filled with ex Navy Seals, Olympians, strongman competition winners, ex NFL players, free solo climbers and even successful crossfit youtubers, everyone would show each other respect as fellow athletes.
Especially if the showrunners tell them we're going for that camaraderie vibe.
It reminds me of the Great British Baking Challenge in regards to how nice they are.
It might just boil down to Americans are aholes.
Or at least the show runners think Americans want drama, so they encourage them to be aholes.
It might just boil down to Americans are aholes.
Or at least the show runners think Americans want drama, so they encourage them to be aholes.
I agree, I'm sure being top level competitors they understand the importance of showcasing sportsmanship well. I would hope Americans in top roles would do the same. You never want to burn bridges in those small and niche fitness communities. I heard the guy who chose that jacked body building lady for the 1v1 got so much negativity on social media since he was coming off completely disrespectful, walking around with his hands in his pocket. I think Americans would find that rude and cringey too if someone representing us did that too.CondensedFogAggie said:BallerStaf2003 said:
I was talking about this with a friend today. What is it about their culture that they are so respectful of each other and so accountable with themselves, and we as a culture are so toxic and negative?
Honestly probably just the show producers preference and editing.
If you made a US version filled with ex Navy Seals, Olympians, strongman competition winners, ex NFL players, free solo climbers and even successful crossfit youtubers, everyone would show each other respect as fellow athletes.
Especially if the showrunners tell them we're going for that camaraderie vibe.
It's a pretty awesome watch. The respect and love they ask show one another is amazing. Also, there's one woman on that show that I would turn my life upside down for.
ya'll happy with the winner?
He was kind of unassuming and someone I barely even remember throughout the competition.
I was really surprised he won the last challenge the cyclist guy was really strong.
I was really surprised he won the last challenge the cyclist guy was really strong.
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He's who I picked out of the 4. Pretty happy! I feel like he worked extra hard to get there.
aznaggiegirl07 said:
as a Korean, i'm so glad stuff like this is becoming more mainstream.
Agree! My dad grew up in Korea and has always been athletic. We watched the first ep together and that was fun. Nice to see more representation than small K-Pop guys.
It was pretty interesting seeing which sort of body types, or activities they focused in, advance/get knocked out.
I really think we COULD make this show in america, it would just require the show runner to have the conviction to do it instead of going the full-on drama route.
I really think we COULD make this show in america, it would just require the show runner to have the conviction to do it instead of going the full-on drama route.
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