CrossFit Influencer Amotti Emerges Victorious in Netflix Survival Competition

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▲ Amotti(left), the winner of "Physical: 100" Season 2 takes part in one of the challenges during the show / Courtesy of Netflix

The second season of "Physical: 100" recently concluded on Netflix, featuring a survival competition aimed at finding the "ideal" human physique. The show, which debuted last month, showcased 100 participants from diverse backgrounds, including a retired UFC fighter, a rugby sevens Olympian, a retired firefighter, and a ssireum athlete.

Amotti, also known as Kim Jae-hong, emerged as the unexpected winner of the competition. Despite lacking professional training and a fitness-related occupation, Amotti, a CrossFit influencer, impressed the judges with his passion for exercise and dedication to the competition. His background includes studying kinesiology at Yeungnam University and serving as a Marine sergeant in the military.
 

▲ A scene from the show "“Physical 100” Season 2 / Courtesy of Netflix

During a press interview in central Seoul, Amotti expressed his surprise at winning, emphasizing his enjoyment of the competition's challenges and his focus on personal growth throughout the process.

The show's creator, Jang Ho-gi, aimed to challenge stereotypes by designing missions that emphasized agility and cardiovascular endurance in addition to physical strength. The second season featured a set designed to resemble an underground mine, with elaborate obstacles and realistic elements inspired by actual mining experiences.

▲ A still from season two of Netflix's "Physical: 100" / Courtesy of NETFLIXDespite some controversy from the first season, the production team ensured safety by consulting experts and conducting simulations. The show's popularity in Korea and internationally has sparked speculation about a potential third season, with a teaser clip for "Physical: 100 - Asia" hinting at future expansion.

Amid uncertainty about the show's renewal, Amotti, the season two champion, plans to use his prize money to settle in Seoul.

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