Episode 7 of Pump Up the Healthy Love kicks off with Mi-ran storming into the gym, tears streaming down her face, as she pours her heart out to Hyeon-joong. Despite believing she had moved on from Joon-seok, the sight of him caused her to instinctively hide. Disheartened, she contemplates abandoning her workout routine, convinced it hasn't enriched other aspects of her life.
Later, the gym's regulars express concern over Mi-ran's absence, prompting Alex to explain the concept of a fitness rut – a sudden loss of interest in exercise among individuals who were once avid gym-goers. Their spirits lift when she enters the premises, but her intention is solely to collect her belongings.
Mi-ran confides in them that Hyeon-joong has been incessantly messaging her, pleading for one last day of commitment from her side before he ceases his outreach. Relenting, she agrees and they venture out together.
At the gym, Alex temporarily takes charge of Seong-im's training, but she deftly distracts him and dodges her exercises. Rosa advises Alex that maintaining client motivation is paramount.
Elsewhere, Hyeon-joong whisks Mi-ran to a shooting range to introduce her to a novel form of movement. With a casual flick of her wrist, she hits the bullseye and promptly requests to leave. He then shifts their activity to basketball, encouraging her to shoot her worries away. With ease, she snatches the ball from him and sinks a basket.
Their journey concludes at a grocery store, where Mi-ran admits she picked up shooting and basketball during her infatuations with others. Each time, however, her efforts remained unrequited. She reveals to Hyeon-joong that her fitness journey, too, began with Joon-seok in mind and now she desires to halt it.
Later, Hyeon-joong finds himself reminiscing about the moment when Director Dong's disappointment was palpable, a stark contrast to Hyeon-joong's silver medal triumph at a bodybuilding competition—a gold being the expected prize. So profound was Dong's disappointment that he slammed the gym doors shut, leaving Hyeon-joong locked out. Presently, Director Dong lies unconscious in a hospital bed, visited by Hyeon-joong, who confronts him with accusations of abandoning hope in him, yet vows never to relinquish faith in anyone else.
Suddenly, Ji-ran arrives at the gym, accompanied by Kang Dan, now once again her beau. She urges Dan to embark on a fitness journey, prompting Alex to take him under his wing as a client. Alex endeavors to adopt a stricter demeanor, as per Rosa's advice, yet both Dan and Ji-ran find it hard to stay focused.
Meanwhile, Director Dong awakens in the hospital, greeted by an overjoyed Rosa and the three gym aunties, their delight evident. Yet, his anger flares up upon discovering that Hyeon-joong has been managing the gym in his absence.
Returning to the gym, Alex seeks Hyeon-joong's wisdom on client management. Hyeon-joong emphasizes that perseverance and unwavering commitment are paramount—never abandoning or surrendering on their behalf. This conversation ignites a fire in Hyeon-joong, propelling him to Mi-ran's workplace. an item, coax her to say yes. Unbeknownst to her, Joon-seok eavesdrops on the entire exchange.
Kang Dan re-enters the gym, this time facing a sterner Alex who vows not to relent in his pursuit of transforming Dan's physique. However, Dan collapses during a set of burpees, only to revive moments later. Ji-ran scolds Alex for not permitting Dan's momentary defeat, reminding him that failure is merely a setup for another attempt.
Hyeon-joong hatches a grand plan to rejuvenate Mi-ran by taking her on an exhilarating hike through nature's embrace. However, when he unpacks their lunch boxes, Mi-ran's mood takes a sudden dive, and she dashes away in distress. In pursuit, Hyeon-joong vows to rectify whatever ails her, only to discover that her upset stems from a mere stomach ache.
Later, Mi-ran inquisitively asks Hyeon-joong the rationale behind his extraordinary gesture. He unfolds his past—a tale of being small and frail, even forsaken by his own parents. It was Director Dong who nurtured him into strength, yet even at his pinnacle, love deserted him in the form of his girlfriend, followed eventually by Director Dong himself. This sequence of abandonments ignited his resolve to become invincible, reliant on no one. Mi-ran, astute as ever, pierces through his armor, acknowledging his inner wounds and dares him to confront those who left him behind.
Elsewhere, Alex contemplates resigning from his job after a single demoralizing encounter. Rosa, undeterred by his fleeting adversity, confronts him about his precipitate decision.
Embracing Mi-ran's challenge, Hyeon-joong sets out to see Director Dong, proudly displaying the grand prize he has conquered. Dong confesses that his departure was premeditated. During the competition, rival trainers approached him, boasting of their superior ability to mentor Hyeon-joong to greatness. Thus, Dong relinquished him, albeit knowing it might feel like abandonment. Dong reveals he watched Hyeon-joong clinch the trophy before collapsing in excitement. He urges Hyeon-joong to return to his rightful place, but Hyeon-joong, steadfast in his conviction, declares his belonging to the 24-hour health club and strides away, leaving behind a tale of resilience and self-discovery.
Upon returning to the gym, Hyeon-joong discovers an intimate diary kept by Director Dong, filled with clippings commemorating each of his victories. Moved by this gesture, he promptly messages Director Dong, sharing meticulous details of his exercise regimen during his recuperation.
Taking Rosa's wise counsel to heart, Alex resumes his journey with Dan, adopting a more deliberate pace this time. Hyeon-joong narrates in a voiceover, painting a picture of resilience: no obstacle is insurmountable, even if one succumbs to defeat daily, for as long as one rises anew the following day.
Hyeon-joong reaches out to Mi-ran, revealing his confrontation with Director Dong and encouraging her to return to the gym whenever she feels ready, regardless of the time it takes. Empowered by this message, Mi-ran confronts Joon-seok, cautiously warning him to be more vigilant with his texts. Joon-seok, regretful of their breakup, expresses his desire to reconcile and attempts to justify his past actions, but Mi-ran, weary of heartache,拒绝再听。
At the gym, Mi-ran finds herself unmotivated to exercise. Just as she prepares to leave, a sudden gust carries her cap atop the gym's logo, an unreachable height. Without hesitation, Hyeon-joong lifts her up, granting her access to her cap. His radiant smile fills Hyeon-joong with joy upon seeing her back, while Mi-ran, in turn, seems mesmerized by his warmth.
As Mi-ran dives back into her workout routine, a surprising new face enters the gym—Kang Sol, Hyeon-joong's former lover.
The epilogue of Pump Up the Healthy Love Episode 7 captures a tender moment: Hyeon-joong stands vigilantly by Mi-ran's side during a hike, while she takes an urgent break to relieve herself in the midst of nature.
