Who is Ma Sun-ho? Details explored as latest gym update with BTS’ Taehyung and Kim Min-jae goes viral online

Who is Ma Sun-ho? All you need to know about BTS
Who is Ma Sun-ho? All you need to know about BTS' Taehyung's speculated off-duty trainer (Images via Instagram/@natural_masunho)

On September 25, 2024, fans of BTS' Taehyung were abuzz with excitement after celebrity bodybuilder Ma Sun-ho shared a gym photo on his Instagram account (@natural_masunho). In the image, the bodybuilder posed alongside Taehyung and actor-singer, Kim Min-jae, flexing their muscles after a workout session.

Ma Sun-ho, a well-known South Korean fitness scene figure, has earned multiple domestic bodybuilding championships. He has also appeared as a contestant MC in Netflix’s Physical: 100 (2023).

In the caption accompanying the recent Instagram post, he expressed pride in the hard work BTS' Taehyung and Min-jae put in during their gym session, even while on vacation. He wrote:

"Working out diligently even on vacation. Proud young men to be proud of. Taehyung & Minjae . Full body weights for two days, yum. I am jealous of the youth.. Envy the face too.. Looking forward to the next holiday. Let's eat soy sauce crab again.." (as translated by Google)

Both Taehyung and Min-jae have been serving in the South Korean military since September and December 2023, respectively. Ma Sun-ho also hinted at future workout sessions with them and shared his excitement about enjoying a meal of soy sauce crab again.


Fitness celebrity Ma Sun-ho has appeared in The World's First Trade S2, Running Man, and more

Born on February 20, 1983, in Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi-do, Ma Sun-ho is not just a bodybuilder but also a media personality who has garnered a massive following through his appearances on popular fitness programs and his active presence on social media.

His impressive physique and dedication have led him to claim numerous bodybuilding titles, including first place in the ICN Korea Grand Prix and the IFBB Nature Seoul Classic Physique. He also secured second place in the IFBB Elite Pro Qualifier. He made a significant mark by winning four Grand Prix and achieving seven victories at the 2020 Fitness Star NFC competitions in Anyang and Suwon.

In 2021, he continued his winning streak, securing first place at the ICN Korea Grand Prix and the INBA Korea Asian Championship. He has appeared in various fitness and entertainment programs, including Physical: 100, where he became a standout participant. His media presence expanded with appearances on shows like The World's First Trade S2, The Zone: You Must Survive to Live S3 and Radio Star.

His versatile personality and wit have made him a frequent guest on shows such as Running Man and Mystery Music Show Mask Singer. He is a former marine, having served in the Republic of Korea Marine Corps from 2002 to 2004 as a sergeant in the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion.


Meanwhile, Taehyung is set to be discharged from the military in June 2025, following the completion of his mandatory 18-month service.

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