Lay Reflects on Trainee Challenges in EXO with Kai
In a recent interview, Lay opened up about the rigorous physical trials he and fellow EXO member Kai faced during their trainee days. This candid discussion was featured on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the intense obstacles the two idols encountered prior to EXO’s official debut.
Injury Strikes Before Debut
During the interview, Lay recalled a significant injury he sustained just a month before the group’s debut, which severely impacted his ability to train. He revealed that this setback resulted from the demanding nature of their preparations, particularly an intense training regimen.
Specifically, Lay suffered from a lower waist injury that left him bedridden for an entire month. This situation not only posed a challenge for him personally but also led to a delay in EXO’s debut. According to Lay, “It was unfortunate that I couldn’t stand and had to lie down for that long.”He emphasized that while their debut was rescheduled, it was more a matter of timing rather than a full month postponement.
Yixing on how both he & jongin still dance despite still being unwell due to their past injuries🙍♂️a month before debut, intense training resulted to a lower waist injury. You couldn’t stand, only lying in bed for a month so debuting was postponed for a monthYx: Actually there… pic.twitter.com/2nTmhka9zy
— bri~ (@brightpeach522) January 2, 2025
Shared Struggles with Kai
Lay was not alone in facing these hardships; his groupmate Kai also experienced significant physical strain during this critical period. Lay mentioned, “There was actually one member lying down along with me, and it was Kai,”further illustrating the challenges both artists faced together.
When pressed about the severity of their injuries, Lay confirmed, “We couldn’t dance, and we could only lie down at home.”However, he expressed gratitude for being able to recover in time to participate in group rehearsals, which ultimately allowed him not to miss the debut opportunity.
Fan Reactions and Support
Fans, known as Eris, shared their thoughts on this revealing interview through social media. Many expressed admiration for Lay and Kai’s enduring passion for dance despite their past injuries. Others took the opportunity to voice their frustrations with SM Entertainment concerning the treatment and demands placed on the idols.
They keep dancing so passionate just like there’s not tomorrow😭😭#KAI #LAY
— IsabelPark: 🌟🌟CHANYEOL, MY ONE & ONLY STAR🌟🌟 (@elymaffla) January 3, 2025
Reasons I curse LSM and SM 🙃 https://t.co/JFj5tUVTQG
— KAIN𝓞NY🐻🐶🐑💎 (@kainony1) January 3, 2025
As fans continue to support Lay and Kai, their resilience and dedication serve as an inspiration within the K-pop community. For more insights on their experiences, check out the source article linked below.
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