CHRISTIAN Aerobics was not like other aerobics (notably Muslim aerobics, Jewish aerobics and the Sikh aerobic, which is, as we know, glorified rhythmic gymnastics).
Christian Aerobics had a terrific tagline: “Praise-R-Cise.” It was accompanied by Christian Music. And it worked.
Bernadette DiFrancesco, c0-founder of the anti-fat gospel with her husband Joey, told customers:
“I dedicated my diet to Jesus and lost 85 pounds…and with Prise–r-cise, I’m keeping it off for good.”
Released in 1982, the playlist went:
RECORD NUMBER 1 SIDE 1
Testimony – Bernadette DiFrancesco, Founder
Opening Prayer – Bernadette DiFrancesco
Scripture – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Slogan / Pulse
A1 Warm Up Routine – The Covenant – Isaiah 49:15
A2 Warm Up Routine – I’m A Believer – Hold On
A3 Medium Routine – Damascus Walk – Don’t Play With The Devil
A4 Fast Routine – Sea Of Galilee – Sail On
A5 Fast Routine – Jehovah Jiration – Jehova Jireh
Pulse / Scripture – Hebrews 12:7 / Slogan
SIDE 2
B1 Fast Routine – Jonah’s Run – Don’t Run From Reality
B2 Medium Routine – King Of Kings – He Came Down To My Level
Pulse / Scripture – 1 Corinthians 6:13 / Slogan
B3 Medium Routine – The Joy Of The Lord – Giggle
B4 Cool Down Routine – Heavenly Stretch – Living Sacrifice
B5 Cool Down Routine – Kingdom Living – Every Eye Shall See
Pulse / Scripture – Hebrews 12:11 / Slogan
RECORD NUMBER 2 SIDE 3
C1 Diet Hints
C2 Set Your Goal
C3 Preparing For “D” Day
C4 Decision To Diet
SIDE 4
D1 Did Jesus Experience Stress?
D2 Stress And Temptation
D3 Nutrition Part 1
D4 Nutrition Part 2
Glory be.
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