7 Sports-Themed K-Dramas That Will Get Your Heartrate Pumping

There's no time better than the summer to get outside and participate in a sport of your choice. Whether it's indoors or outdoors, there's an extracurricular activity for everyone. Whichever sport that you choose, it is sure to get you moving in no time.

But let's face it—sometimes the summer heat can get a little too intense, causing us to seek shelter in the coolness of our room. Luckily, just as there is a large variety of sports to choose from, the same can be said about sports-themed K-Dramas. Alongside the usual romantic fluff, there are moments of intense competition that fuels a person's desire to win.

So if you're looking to enjoy sports without the heat and sweat then you've come to the right place! Here are some sports-themed K-Dramas that will get your heart pumping.

 

1. "Weightlifting Fairy Kim BokJoo"

From showing the fierceness of competition to going on romantic dates after a tiring day of training, "Weightlifting Fairy Kim BokJoo" is a solid definition of range and versatility. This drama follows titular Kim BokJoo (played by Lee SungKyoung) and Jung JoonHyung (played by Nam JooHyuk) as they chase after their dreams of becoming more than just a collegiate athlete.

While this drama does showcase the difficult and harsh world of college sports, "Weightlifting Fairy Kim BokJoo" is no stranger in making its viewers burst into bouts of laughter. It does well to showcase all these different elements to create a drama loved and adored by many.

 

2. "Run On"

"Run On" is not your typical sports drama. For starters, it graces us with a magnificent lineu