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Chiropractor
“I have been experiencing terrific results using
PraiseMoves and have been recommending it to my patients. I am thankful to
Laurette for a program that combines Christ–centered worship with the physical
benefits often attributed to yoga. Laurette’s new book BASIC Steps
is a wonderful addition...as a well–rounded approach to spiritual and physical
health. Insightful, informative, and in touch!”
—Steven J. Scafidi, D.C.,
Help for Fibromyalgia
“Thank you Laurette! PraiseMoves is answered
prayer for a fibromyalgia sufferer!”
—Chris J.,
Even Teenage Boys Enjoy PraiseMoves!
“I ordered a PraiseMoves DVD last year and have had fun
using the DVD with my family. Even my son's friends happened to catch me using
it one day. Did they laugh? A little
bit, but then they jumped in and started exercising right along with me!
“I truly believe that this is a ministry and have been
praying that there are others in
“My husband & I have recently lost 25 pounds each and
are fast becoming role models for our family and our neighbors. I attribute our
weight loss to God's desire for us to live a healthy life, self-discipline, our
commitment to lose the weight, and our love for each other and our family.
“I believe
PraiseMoves has something for everyone: beginners, people who want to
maintain their overall weight & health, children, senior adults, and
growing teens! Thank you.”
In His Service,
—
55 LB. Weight Loss – and more energy
“Since my mother's strokes and subsequent
death, I had begun experiencing high normal blood pressure. My physician
recommended low dosage of medication, lose some weight and regular exercise. He
recommended Weight Watchers, which I immediately joined. Arthritis was also
causing me some problems with flexibility and movement.
“Through
regular use of PraiseMoves, I have regained the flexibility and energy I
thought was gone forever! As a result, I am able to do more aerobic
activity, for longer periods of time, with less discomfort. The overall
physical results are more stamina, flexibility, and energy! PLUS (!!) the
spiritual value is priceless – it's such a wonderful way to start the day
or end the day!
“Bottom line: I have lost 55 lbs. and
have more energy than I ever dreamed I could have at 58 years of age. (I)
actually feel great every day, sleep well every night and work rings around my
co-workers and friends!
“Best part: I continue to grow in
wisdom and knowledge of our wonderful Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!!”
—Julie Wood, Tulsa, OK
“My Panic Attacks
have left!!!”
“Dear
Laurette: I am 41 years old and under severe stress. Several months ago I began
having anxiety and panic attacks. I prayed for God to help me. I went to my doctor; he suggested tranquilizers,
yoga or antidepressants. I was not depressed, just stressed to my limits! I
have a family to take care for, so taking a tranquilizer was out of the
question – if I did that who would get the groceries, take kids to school and
prepare the meals? And as a Christian I felt yoga was wrong. I did think that
yoga was the least of the 3 'evils' the doctor prescribed, but as I began
reading about yoga the more I realized it was NOT for Christians.
“Then
2 weeks ago as I sat at my computer barely able to read or punch keys thru
tear-filled eyes desperate for finding help, I came across your website. I
loved what I read and ordered the same day. I received your DVD in the mail and
ran to the DVD player will high hopes. I'm not as bendy as you but I was able to keep up and enjoyed stretching and
exercising for the first time in my life.
“That
is only part of my great news… Since I
started your PraiseMoves DVD my panic attacks have left!!! Praise God!
“May
God bless you richly for giving me my life again!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
“P.S.
When I return to the doctor I will take my PraiseMoves DVD with me in hopes
that he will share it with others. God bless you.”
—
“Compression
fractures, bulging disc, bone spurs—released from the doctor—pain diminished”
“Dear Laurette and Nola Jeanne,
“I am writing a note to you
ladies to applaud you both for your knowledge of the Bible, the ability to
teach us the PraiseMoves Postures and Scripture Sequences, etc. that we learn
in your (Nola’s) classes.
“I came to the classes with the
challenges of compression fractures of
the lumbar spine, a bulging disc, and two bone spurs. I was taught how
to work around the stretches and PraiseMoves in order to get the most out of
the session. I cannot tell you how much the classes have improved both my
life style and my health including my posture. It is wonderful to feel
energized and refreshed and filled with the blessings of Scripture to learn and
repeat after each session.
“I feel a need to let you know
that I have now been released from the
doctor because he cannot help me anymore with my bulging disc and spurs
because they have decreased and the pain
is basically diminished and now life is much more comfortable and I have a
closer relationship with my heavenly Father. I say praise the Lord and
begin another session of PraiseMoves.
“Thank you so much for the
knowledge and skills that have been put into the classes, you should be mighty
proud of your successes to ALL those who participate.
“God Bless you All,
—Barb
Owens,
Help for Post Polio
Syndrome—PraiseMoves TV Show
“I am a 62 year old ‘preacher's widow’ who had polio as a
child. Like most survivors, I thought the polio was gone, and I kept
active to appear ‘normal.’ I exercised as strenuously as possible—not
knowing I was overworking my remaining motor neurons. Now I deal with Post
Polio Syndrome, which causes fatigue and weakness with everyday activities,
making traditional exercising a hazard rather than a help.
“I thank God for leading me to your television program, PraiseMoves. The gentle stretches and other routines
help me retain flexibility and strength. And combining these with
God's Word is a special blessing to me.
“I have purchased your DVD's to share with my
grandchildren and great-grandchild. Thank you!
—Glenda G.,
PraiseMoves Workout
Led to Grandson’s Salvation!
“Dear Laurette, It gives me great pleasure to share my
story about PraiseMoves! My grandson, Shane, who was 6yrs old at the time, was
spending the night. I decided to do my PraiseMoves workout and he stayed in the
room and did it with me. Very cute. At the end when
you gave the Invitation (to receive Jesus
Christ as Savior), even though I accepted our Lord years ago, I decided to
listen to what you had to say.
“Shane sat down on the carpet next to me and listened
also. When you were done he offered,
‘When I'm seven I'm going to do that.’
“He is now 8yrs old. About 1 month ago we were working on
putting hygiene packets for the homeless together and I asked him if he ever
told the Lord Jesus he wanted to receive him as his Lord and Savior. He said,
‘Yes, I told you I was going to do it when I turned seven. On my birthday I did
it in the bathtub.’
“I asked him if he had told anyone and he said not until
now. I told him Jesus wanted him to tell others he had accepted him as his Lord
and Savior and by telling me he had been obedient to Jesus in this.
“I will be
eternally grateful to you Laurette for your part in my grandson Shane's walk
with our precious Savior. I would love to incorporate your PraiseMoves for
Children workout into my very active Sunday school class of 7 and 8
year olds (currently all energetic boys) and see what God does in their little
hearts also.
“God Bless your ministry!” ~ We sent Betty the PraiseMoves for Children DVD to share with her Sunday
school class.
—Betty Ahlgren,
Young mother and
Pastor’s wife writes, “Thank you for rescuing me…’
“Dear Laurette,
“Thank you for rescuing me. As I write you to you, it is
hard to see the screen through the tears in my eyes. I was just researching how
to start a business and was interested in a yoga center. I have practiced yoga
during pregnancy and at the YMCA.
“As a Christian since 1997, I was always uncomfortable
with the Hindu references, but I really felt the physical benefits of the
stretching. So, like so many in the West, I ‘didn't see anything wrong with it.
It's just exercises right?’ THANK YOU for your marvelous testimony of
enlightenment and grace. What a remarkable truth you have shared with me.
“Thank you for keeping this young Christian mom away from
‘things offered to idols.’
“Bless you dear sister. When God opens the door, I pray I
can open a PraiseMoves Studio in my hometown of
“With much love and prayers,
—Cozette
Brown,
Registered Nurse writes:
“dramatic decrease in neck and shoulder pain and muscle inflammation”
“Since I started
doing PraiseMoves only 3 months ago, I have experienced a dramatic decrease in neck and shoulder pain and muscle inflammation. My
work as an RN puts extra stress on these muscles through lifting patients,
computer work and just the general stress that comes with the job. I have
found that the gentle stretches and relaxation are just what I needed to
relieve this stress and muscle tension. My posture has also improved and I find that my clothes fit better because of the toning I have
experienced.
“More than all the
physical benefits that PraiseMoves has given me, I have found that I can truly feel the presence of the LORD
as I worship Him during the postures. I am able to completely clear the "clutter" of the day
from my mind and focus my mind, body and spirit on the LORD and commune with
Him on a greater level.
—Ann Sibinski,
R.N., CPI,
“More flexible” and “less winded”
“I have been doing PraiseMoves for over a year, and I
introduced my girlfriend, Toby, and her daughter to it also. I then bought
another DVD for my sister-in-law.
“I
have noticed that I am a lot more
flexible when I keep up with doing the DVD consistently. If I have had a
long period where I haven't done it, the first time I start up again my upper
arms ache the next day from reaching up over my head, behind my ears. I also
find that when I exercise, my every-day
movements are much more comfortable. I am getting better and better at
things like balance and my ability to stretch farther and farther. I also don't get as winded as I used
to when I first started.”
—
PraiseMoves is part
of those things which are “True and of Good Report”
“I have
been physically active my whole life: competitive swimming and diving,
golf, ballet, body building, and aerobics. I have always believed
that flexibility training was the first priority in
physical health. Researching all that was available, I discovered
Yoga, but as a Christian I was very cautious in my study. I found the
moves to be greatly beneficial, but always had the check in my spirit that all
was not well. I also was not comfortable sharing my exercise routine with
others, for the scriptures told me: "nor do anything by which your brother
stumbles or is offended or is made weak." I have always wanted to
share all that I knew to be true and of good report (Philippians 4:8), and Yoga was indeed a problem for me as I
knew it was not all true and of good report.
“Finally, hallelujah, I saw
Laurette Willis on my Sky Angel network programming (Faith TV) and rejoiced in my spirit that the answer that I had
always been looking for had come. And indeed, this was ALL true and of good report. I have only had my
PraiseMoves a short time, but I have incorporated the moves and the scripture
sequences into my daily routine. I love to multitask, and PraiseMoves, as
God, is the Master at multitasking. It is wonderful to worship God while
being a good steward in caring for His holy temple, our bodies. And I
like to get double for my trouble, and PraiseMoves, as God, is able to do
exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power
that works in us, to Him be glory...
“I am a very
disciplined person, and exercise was never an option, and of course, I reaped
rewards from my diligence, but the task was always burdensome.
That is no longer true, as He says, "Come to Me,
all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and
lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." Now, my exercise is
food for my soul, my Daily Bread, a river in the desert, my cup that runneth over.
“I look forward with
anticipation and expectation to my daily exercise. It is a joy, not a
dread. I believe that as the Word of God is spoken out and goes forth it
shall not return void, but shall accomplish what He pleases, and it shall
prosper in the thing for which He sent it. As Laurette was so careful to
cover every move with the Word, and in fact, she even names the postures
as they look and feel with the Word, you cannot help but receive from the Word.
I feel the Word of God penetrating the very fibers of my body, bringing
healing, restoration, refreshing and rest as I move through the postures.
“‘For the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any
two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of JOINTS AND MARROW, and is a
discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” This scripture is prefaced
by a discussion on entering God's rest. In the times we live in, I cannot think
of anything more important than being diligent to enter that rest.
“Yes, the Word of God is deep,
and takes us from faith to faith and glory to glory and I believe PraiseMoves, imbedded in the Word of God is
deep stuff... bringing healing and rest to the body, mind and spirit. We
get it all in one package. What an awesome blessing!!!
“Thank God for Laurette's
obedience to what she heard from Him. And yes, God is still going to do more
than I had ever asked or thought, as my next move is to become
certified as a PraiseMoves instructor, and finally share ALL that I
know to be true and of good report. Hallelujah and Amen.”
—Cindy Schremmer,
Help for Neck and
Upper Back Muscles, plus freedom from Anxiety… and Caffeine!
2006: “I have had trouble pretty much
my whole life with severely tight neck, shoulder, and upper back muscles. I've
had issues with tension headaches and stiff neck for most of my adult life. For
a time, I tried regular yoga and did see some benefit from the stretching.
I did it only for the exercise, but still didn't feel at peace with
continuing in the yoga since I am a Christian. I have also had struggles with
anxiety for most of my life.
“I was so excited when I first heard of PraiseMoves and
ordered the DVD right away. I love it so much; I can't even begin to tell you! I always feel so uplifted during the
workout and afterwards. It truly has turned my workout into worship! I
occasionally will get massages and always in the past, I've heard things like
how my neck and upper back muscles feel like brick. Well, I had a massage just
last week with a new girl and was I ever surprised when she told me how great of condition my
tissue was in and how easily it moves! What a difference from before! I
know it is from the PraiseMoves workout!
“Another huge benefit is the peace I now live in and freedom from the anxiety. I have even
been able to get off caffeine, which
I had been addicted to for a long time.”
2008: “Hi Laurette – I submitted a
testimony a long time ago but still feel just as passionate about sharing what
PraiseMoves has meant to me, so here is another testimony. Thanks so much for
PraiseMoves!
“I love PraiseMoves so much! I used to deal with
situational/seasonal depression and when I started exercising, I was able to
get off the antidepressants. However, I was doing yoga and heard that
Christians shouldn't be doing yoga so I was a little confused. I felt better
than I had in years but didn't want to do something that wasn't good. When I
found PraiseMoves, I started doing the exercises and one of the things I loved
was that when I got done with the workout, I
felt spiritually uplifted and strengthened, as well as physically. I was
able to get off caffeine. I feel calmer. I only struggle with the
situational/seasonal depression when I quit doing my PraiseMoves for a while.
“It's amazing how much better I feel. I have the Slow-Cadence
Exercise DVD, the original PraiseMoves DVD, and the new 20-minute
PraiseMoves and I love all of them and alternate them, so I NEVER get bored doing my workout!
It's really been a life-transforming blessing in my life. I could go on and on!”
—L. Thomas,
Onset of Cold
Symptoms—Felt 100% Better after PraiseMoves Class
“Over the holidays I missed a week of PraiseMoves! That
has not happened since we began the program in October. I decided to come to the
gym to workout in a boot camp class; however, the Holy Spirit drew me to the
PraiseMoves class instead!!! Praise God!
“As I was taking the class I began to feel my joints being
stretched and my blood flowed more freely. It was as if my body was being released
from tension that had built up in just a week. Wow!~!
After that I felt 100% better!
“I realized that my body was getting sick until I came to
PraiseMoves. By the end of class I felt
healed from issues that I did not even know existed!!! My mind also felt
renewed!!!! He is Wonderful!!!!!!!”
—Jaclyn Bertrand, CPI,
Praise for
Laurette’s book BASIC Steps to Godly
Fitness
“Over the winter, I used BASIC Steps to Godly Fitness for my Bible study group. We focus
on physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental growth. This book fit all those needs. We did the ‘Step-UP Program’ (21-day program in BASIC Steps) for 5
days and read chapters for 2 days, exercised and watched our eating. After the
Step-UP Program was over, we continued on in our Bibles at a slower pace and
reread the chapters.
“There are so
many wonderful and challenging points in this book. I continue to reread
chapters when I feel some areas of my life are slipping and again become
renewed and challenged to get back on track. I knew I needed strength and
flexibility training, but did not start that area of the book until this
summer.
“Laurette gives a wealth of knowledge in many areas
and all from the heart. Thank you for a
life changing book.”
—
(BASIC Steps to Godly Fitness from Harvest House Publishers is
available in the PraiseMoves Store)
“PraiseMoves has
helped to strengthen my relationship with God”
“I can't begin to tell you how much PraiseMoves has helped to strengthen my relationship
with God. I am the child of a minister so needless to say, God has always
been present in my life and I KNEW of His presence. In saying that, ‘Preacher's
Kids’ sometimes tend to take God for granted (just a bit) because we've always
known of the goodness and grace that He willingly gives to us.
“Because of this, I've always been searching for something
‘out of the box’ that will minister to others (including myself) and bring them
closer to God. The ‘same old, same old’ just wouldn't do.
“I happened to come across the PraiseMoves website and
fell in love. Immediately I ordered a DVD and began devouring everything I
could find on PraiseMoves. I'm so into PraiseMoves now that I want to become a
Certified PraiseMoves Instructor. I'm currently saving up to be able to afford
the course. Thank you so much for being a willing vessel and bringing
innovative ways to grow the Army of God.”
—Dinika E.,
“Drawn like a
magnet” to the PraiseMoves TV Show
“Thank you for such a wonderful
program. I just started watching two days ago, and I am sincerely
touched! I've had knee replacement surgery just 5 weeks ago, but I was
able to do much of today's program sitting in a chair and a little
standing. Your program is sooooo motivating and
yet it calms me! I am drawn like a magnet to
your show! May God bless you!”
—Elizabeth Forss,
“A real sense of joy
came…”
“I just received my PraiseMoves DVD
yesterday in the mail and I just ordered it on Friday. I was so excited to
receive it. Though I was excited I wasn't sure if it would be cheesy but it was
GREAT! I felt the Lord's anointing on it
as I began to do the moves, and a real sense of joy came when I was done.
Thank you so much for having this DVD out there. I had tried a yoga DVD a few
times that had no real meditation moments but something about it always made me
a little unsure, so I began looking for Christian alternative. There were two
deciding factors that made me buy this one: 1) There was an opportunity to
catch a preview of the DVD and; 2) the testimonials of so many people.
“Thanks again for this wonderful
ministry, because that's really what it is.”
—Vicky Lanning,
PraiseMoves Helpful during Pregnancy
“I am currently pregnant with our second child, and am using PraiseMoves along with water aerobics
and walking as my fitness – and
using PraiseMoves in particular to help me strengthen my back. I
completely identify with what you've said about Yoga exploding among folks near
my age (mid 20s-mid 30s), and everywhere I look I hear folks singing the
praises of Prenatal Yoga. There are tons of these types of videos on the
market, and from my limited exposure to them, they seem to be pretty hard core
about the meditation and not just the exercises. To the best of my
knowledge there isn't one single prenatal fitness video that doesn't have some
portion of yoga-type meditation in it.
“This is actually why I am using PraiseMoves, even though
there are portions that pregnant women shouldn't do (so I don't). It is an excellent combination of trunk
strengthening exercises, mind renewal, and relaxation.
“I just wanted to say ‘thank you’ for PraiseMoves, and be
one more person to suggest that Prenatal PraiseMoves would be a great blessing
to the preggo
Christian community.”
—Gina A. (Note from Laurette: We are
working toward having a Prenatal PraiseMoves DVD available later on in 2008.)
Uses PraiseMoves and Prayer Cards—Lost
inches and excess weight while combining exercise and devotions!
“I have been using PraiseMoves for the
past year and it has helped me to lose
weight and inches from my body. I
love learning the moves and memorizing scripture at the same time. This is
a way to combine my exercise and devotions all in one considering my busy day.
Such an intimate time with God!
“I use the Prayer Cards on the
treadmill and in my home throughout the day. They are a reminder to me the Lord
is with me and I can talk to Him whenever I want to or need to.
“I just received the Slow-Cadence
DVD. I have been so encouraged by your ministry - it has definitely changed my
life. I am looking forward to learning more about your new products coming
soon! Blessings to you for all you do.
—
BASIC Steps book “written like a letter from a friend” –
decrease in depression and anxiety symptoms
“I ordered the PraiseMoves Alphabetics DVD and the BASIC
Steps to Godly Fitness book last fall. I read the book and learned so much
about taking care of my body that is God’s
“I confess though, that it wasn’t until the end December
that I started doing the PraiseMoves Alphabetics DVD regularly.
I liked yoga for the stretching and deep breathing discipline it offered, but
something about it bothered me. When I started PraiseMoves it wasn’t long
before I realized what an answer to prayer it was.
“Scripture mediation while stretching has strengthened my faith, as well
as my body.
I do it at night, about an hour before I go to bed. It has helped me relax, and
I have been sleeping better. Also, after my cardio workout and strength
training in the morning, I do some of the moves found in the Original
PraiseMoves spiral book. (My favorites are The Reed, The Eagle and The
Star.)
“I wish that I had started regularly PraiseMoving when I first
received it, but every night about 8 pm,
you will find me in the living room, following Laurette through Proverbs 31!
“I struggle with depression and anxiety, but I have
noticed that the attacks aren’t so strong, or as often or as long. I have
started going to a counselor, but PraiseMoves and BASIC Steps to Godly Fitness
will continue to be a part of my therapy as well as tools to aid my weight loss
goals!”
—T. Hovis,
Less Stress
“I work at an assisted living
home for the elderly. Well, one day had been really stressful, and I was
feeling the stress while at work. As I put the PraiseMoves video in, I decided
to follow along, and I want you to know by
the end of the video I was very calm, not to mention the Lord revealed some
issues I needed to deal with to make my life a little more peaceful.
“Thank you for making the
video, and sharing your knowledge with others. May the Lord bless and keep
you.”
—J. Landgraf,
Correct Body Alignment Decreases Back Problems
“Susan Woods of
“Susan is so busy that the
quick Gimme Ten Workout is great for her. I teach Susan and her
7 year old daughter Harlianne a PraiseMoves class
once a week as well.”
—Nola Jeanne Baird, CPI,
“Devotions in Motion!”
“Between Christmas presents and my
own recent purchases, I now have many of your new PraiseMoves products (I'm
planning on buying a sweatshirt next week so then I can even proudly advertise
your products as I am out and about). Last night, my special order at the
local Christian bookstore – BASIC Steps to Godly Fitness - got
picked up. I spent some of the evening reading and skimming the whole
book. IT REALLY RESONATES WITH ME!
“I've lost two pounds and just feel
more at peace this week. Exercising
with your DVDs is like doing devotions in motion. Thanks for all you do!”
—Cyndi S.,
Reading BASIC Steps
for the third time…
“Naturally with me I have a lot of weight to still lose.
Like everyone else who fights this battle sometimes you just want to say, ‘I
give up.’
“I have started to
read your book again for the third time. When I feel worthless or that I
can't do anything I have a tendency to just throw my hands up. When I do that now I just start to praise my Lord. Do
I get done everything I want to do? No. I will tell you that I have been encouraged so much by your DVDs
and book; it's unreal. If I had the money I would buy everything you have.
“Right now I do your Gimme Ten Workout DVD at least twice
a day. It keeps me going and I feel good about myself. I also have a rebounder
and now someone has loaned me a exercise bike. It's
hard to walk in NY in this kind of weather. I don't need to fall at my
age.
“Your prayers - I am so thankful for them. I have lost a
few more pounds but there is still more to go. Thank you so much for your
honesty and your help. May Jesus continue to bless you and your family, staff
and everyone who is a part of your ministry.”
—Margaret Frank,
“I can already see a difference in all over tone and have lost
11 lbs”
“I ordered your DVD
about a month ago and have been 'singing its praises' to my friends and family.
I believe some of them have ordered as well. It's a GREAT workout, especially
for someone like me that hasn't for a while, and had limited flexibility.
Although I haven't been able to do all of the postures on the floor on all
fours (sensitive knees) I have s l o w l y increased and 'try' to do them.
It's getting so much better. I can already
see a difference in all over tone in just a month and have lost 11lbs.
(along w/dietary changes). So thank you and BLESS YOU!”
—Ro Tarantino,
Praise for Certified PraiseMoves Instructor (who prefers to remain
anonymous)
“I have to admit I come selfishly to PraiseMoves—as I know that Jesus usually shows up in your
class and I am just hungry for more of Jesus. I know that He is close to me because
of what I put into my mind and what I think about in your class with the
scripture reading.
“I think Ps 27:8 sums it up in the Amplified Bible: ‘You have said, “Seek My face [inquire for and require My presence as your vital need].” My heart says to You, Your face (Your presence), Lord, will I seek, inquire for, and require [of necessity and on the authority of Your Word].’”
“Thank you (CPI’s name), for being an obedient and willing servant of our
Lord's.
“Love, Diane”
Pain Lessened, Strength Increased
“I am so elated and grateful for Laurette Willis and her
divinely-inspired and anointed PraiseMoves series. Immediately after beginning
PraiseMoves over a year ago, I noticed that my posture improved, and I
experienced much less
fibromyalgia, post-surgical and arthritic pain, especially
while doing other exercise activities. (I used to do The Firm exercise regimens, and occasionally, with the sound turned
down, Kathy Smith/Ali McGraw's yoga tapes.)
“I was also amazed that after taking a two-week break from
all weight training due to severe pain, and doing only PraiseMoves, I had maintained and increased my strength.
Now, I have also completely abandoned traditional weight
training (three sets of 8-12 repetitions), and follow Laurette’s Slow Cadence
Exercise Program twice weekly.
“Consequently, there is significantly less stress and pain in my wrists,
back, and all joints, with absolutely no diminishment in muscle
strength and endurance. You see, I have been in recovery from a
grievous injury and many ‘corrective’ surgeries since 1994. Also, before
the injury, I used to 'beat up' my body through excessive exercise and
disordered eating. Our LORD delivered
me from those strongholds and bondages, and in His mercy
and blessed grace, He introduced me to the gentler and more effective way of 'disciplining' my body with
exercise - through PraiseMoves!
“The PraiseMoves strength and stretching exercises,
combined with the twice-weekly Slow-Cadence program of resistance
training, beautifully infused with GOD's spoken
Word, is all I need as I continue to recover in every way.
“I am so very appreciative to Laurette for hearing and
obeying GOD in developing PraiseMoves, and I can hardly wait to see what GOD
has in store for me in His service. (I am certain it will also be in the
'temple' area.) Laurette, may GOD continue to richly bless your
ministry abundantly and wondrously, and increase it one-hundred fold for His
glory! Thank you - you have helped to change this life!”
—Karen Carmel, Mystic, CT
Starting the Day on
the Right Track
“PraiseMoves is a great
way to start my day physically, emotionally and spiritually on the right
track. When I was telling my pastor about PraiseMoves and how you combine
stretching, balance, scripture meditation and memorization, he looked at me
questioningly. I told him, ‘You know us women, Pastor, we always
multi-task!’”
—J. Neubauer,
Help for Sciatica
“As I approach 50, I'm sure many of the aches and pains I experience are not different than anyone else's my age. In the past few years I knew I didn't ‘sit well’ (I would always need a while to work out the pain after having been seated for any length of time). Much of the time I felt better standing. At 45, I began to work on my Master's Degree which required more reading (usually sitting) and more time in front of the computer (always sitting) writing. When I'd get, up the sciatic pain was ‘unfriendly’ enough that I'd have difficulty standing up completely and would limp for a few steps before I could get going. The right kind of exercise, I felt, was the answer. I didn't want pain pills, surgery, or anything along those lines.
“Since beginning
PraiseMoves and other similar deep-stretching, the sciatic pain is all but
gone. Now, I have no problems getting out of bed in the morning or
walking after sitting for a while (if I've been PraiseMoving
on a regular basis). My flexibility and strength have increased
tremendously and I have a wonderful feeling of general overall wellness.
Thank God for His healing through His methods!”
—P. Terry,
PMS and Migraines Gone
“Since
doing PraiseMoves I notice I no longer
have PMS symptoms or migraine headaches. They’re gone!”
—Stephanie C.,
“I could even take it with me when I travel!”
"The
Gimme Ten Workout is great - and I must reallyyyyyyy
be out of shape - because it was quite a little workout! My stomach muscles
are complaining a bit. Thanks. I love it!
I think I could even take it with me while I travel and stick it in my
laptop so I can do Gimme Ten wherever I am! Thank you!"
—Elizabeth A. Moon, Pastor’s wife
Oklahoma District Missionettes Coordinator,
Assemblies of God
Help with flexibility since spinal surgery
“I have
been doing PraiseMoves for 3 weeks (5 months after spinal surgery). I
love it. I have titanium rods in
me but I am getting more movement and flexible every day! I stripped
my queen size bed this morning and made it completely. I also walked 1/2
mile with my doggie this evening. God is so GOOD all the time!
Praise His Name!”
—M. J. Rain,
Praise for East Coast PraiseMoves Instructor
“I wanted to take the time to tell you how much I've
enjoyed your class. I so look forward to Friday mornings. It's a time for me and I reflect on how God
wants me to take care of my body the next week and I make goals for
myself (i.e. standing tall, deep breathing and now I realize I need to
stretch and exercise during the week to keep flexible). As I told you I've
lost 20 pounds and I need to lose about 30-40 more for health issues. It's
a process, but I know God is helping me through this, and this class was a
confirmation that God cares about me exercising. Thank you for being a
vessel. And just think—I had never heard about PraiseMoves until the VBS.
“I didn't realize how much of a workout this class
was until class 2, when I felt it in my body. It really challenged me to
so something during the week. These last two weeks, I haven't exercised
and boy did I realize it on Friday. Even though we didn't do a full workout, I
was quite stiff.
“Thank you for showing us the Lord's Prayer (Scripture Sequence). Unfortunately, my
version of the Lord's Prayer wasn't as beautiful as
yours. I wish I could do it as gracefully as you do it, but when I
looked in the mirror I realize I really have to practice. :-)
LOL
“Once again, thank you for introducing me to PraiseMoves.
“Blessings, Paula”
Mother and Daughter PraiseMoves
“My daughter, who is 6 years old, wakes me up in the morning to work out to the PraiseMoves video with me. She says ‘Mommy, don't forget we have to put on the armor of God!’ I go to that part of the workout so we can do that together. She says that helps her feel ready to start her day - and mine too :) !
“I had yoga dvds
that I had bought because of the benefits I’d heard about.
There was just something that did not feel right about them. PraiseMoves feels
like there is a purpose to what I am doing. I am exercising not only my
body, but also my mind, and my spirit. I am already seeing a change in my
body over the course of a week since getting the video. May
God bless your efforts.”
—Y. Hurst,
“I did not use my inhaler!”
“Normally
when training I have what doctors call
‘exercise induced asthma.’ However, during the WWJD relaxation (scripture-based meditation after the
PraiseMoves workout), the Holy Spirit really began to minister to me
about my breathing and how to control it so my asthma would not be impacted. He
literally put His hand on my stomach to show me the difference in my breathing
so I can now easily recognize the difference between shallow breathing and
deep abdominal breathing (which
we learn in PraiseMoves). He began ministering the scripture Isaiah
53:5 (KJV) ‘But He was wounded for our
transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our
peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are ("I" am)
HEALED!’
“I
fully received the Word of God and did
not use my inhaler the entire day of certification! Praise GOD!
“I am now working out more on the treadmill at home;
using the breathing techniques and stretching with PraiseMoves which is
also helping to build a stronger foundation on the Word of God! Thank you for
being used of God to equip His body with a powerful weapon for our arsenal
called PraiseMoves!”
—La’Trice
“Closer to the Lord with a stronger body…”
Lori Gordoni of Texas shared her
testimony in an email with her friends, encouraging them to try PraiseMoves.
She was kind enough to let us share it with you, too!
"Hi Everyone!
"I ordered this DVD last
week and have been doing it almost every day -- it is wonderful!
I normally would not send out an email advertising something you can buy, but I
didn't want to keep this one to myself! :o)
"This
DVD is a 'Christian Alternative to Yoga.' I did yoga during my last pregnancy, but
was bothered by some of the symbolism, spiritualism, etc.
Anyway, Don found this Christian alternative for me and it really is a good
one! :o)
"PraiseMoves
starts out with a low-impact 10-minute warm-up, then the rest of the DVD
includes 'Christian alternatives to yoga" through all kinds of yoga and
Pilates-style moves (it is not yoga because yoga is Hinduism), but with
scripture and praise music all the way through it! I come away from it
feeling closer to the Lord and with a stronger body, more flexibility, better
circulation, etc.
"Laurette Willis (who
shares her own personal testimony about yoga on the DVD) prays at the beginning
and quotes scripture during the exercise time that really helps me hide
God's Word in my heart. At the end, there is a refreshing time
of relaxation and during that time she prays and it's a perfect time to reflect
on any unforgiveness in my life, encouraging
me to surrender any
ugliness in my life to the Lord.
"This in now way is
intended to replace my personal time with the Lord, but to exercise
spiritually and physically is really a blessing! :o) If I could
purchase one of these for every one of you who would enjoy it, I would do it in
a heartbeat, but unfortunately my budget won't allow that, so I'm doing the
next best thing and passing the information along.
God bless you all,
Lori
P.S. The website is www.PraiseMoves.com”
—Lori Gordoni,
Weight loss
motivation: “God has changed my life through PraiseMoves!”
“I saw you in an interview on a Canadian TV program, Crossroads. Thank you for your testimony
and starting such an amazing Christ-centered exercise program! I cannot thank
you enough. After seeing the TV program, I immediately ordered your book and
video.
“All my life I have struggled with my weight.
“I had been asking God for a long time to give me the
motivation to be consistent with an exercise program and diet changes. I always
became very bored with exercise. Counting down the minutes when I'd be finished
that particular exercise I didn't enjoy. That all ended once God answered my
prayer and led me to your PraiseMoves program through Crossroads!
“Praise be to God! I am doing the PraiseMoves exercises and
can't believe how much I enjoy them! The time flies by and at the end of
the program, I feel closer to God. What a way to start the day!
“I used to be so depressed with my weight that I'd hide
away in my home, ashamed of how I looked. I had lost motivation to get up in
the morning and I prayed for God to help me. I'd awaken each morning thinking
about food and dreading the need to exercise. I felt very discouraged to say
the least.
“God has changed my life through PraiseMoves! Praise be to God! Now I awaken with excitement to spend time with
Him in exercise and praise! It's wonderful!
“My
goal is to get fit for Christ, lose the weight, and enroll in your PraiseMoves'
instructor training course. I want to help others the way in which you and your
exercise program have helped me.
“God bless you, Laurette. I'm praying for your ministry
and that many more people will be helped with your God-centered exercise
program. Thank you and bless you!
—Nancy P.,
Part of a “Healthy, Well-balanced Lifestyle”
“I love PraiseMoves!
It combines many important elements for a healthy, well-balanced
lifestyle, including stretching, exercise, praise, scripture memorization and
meditation. With research pointing to
the health benefits of yoga movements, I
am so thankful to have this Christian alternative to yoga that leads
participants into deeper relationship with the Lord.”
—Theresa Stahl, CPI, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian
Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist
Push Past the Pain Barrier
“I have been doing PraiseMoves since March
2006. The Lord has been leading me to walk in health over the past
few years. I had made significant progress with my healthy eating and now
wanted to get into some kind of exercise. I put ‘worship workout’ in
the Google search engine and PraiseMoves came up. I contacted Laurette and
spoke with her and got myself a DVD.
“The first
time that I did PraiseMoves I thought I was going to die! I did not realize how
out of shape I was. I walk everyday day but I was still feeling very
‘stretched, literally! After much perseverance I am glad that I kept at it, I
am so much more flexible. It's only since watching friends do it, and seeing
how challenging they find it at first that I realize how far I have come.
“I have also grown spiritually. I never thought that I could memorize scripture in the way that I have. As with everything worthwhile, you have to push past the pain barrier to see the fruits of your labours.”
—Rachel James, CPI,
(Rachel became our first Certified
PraiseMoves Instructor in the
Lost 4 dress sizes,
Increased Flexibility – plus “the recall is awesome”
“I seriously started PraiseMoves about
7 months ago. I am 58 years old and had no health problems but was several
pounds overweight. Since I started PraiseMoves, I’ve lost 4 dress sizes! I'm more aware of the INCHES I've lost
than the number of pounds. After about 3 months I noticed my clothes started
‘hanging’ on me and I realized I
COULD FIT INTO MY OLD FAVORITES!!!
“The flexibility and agility are big
ones for me. I am nearly as
flexible as I was 15 years ago when I was ballet dancing 2 times-a-week.
“The Scripture part is wonderful! I am
recalling and singing Scripture during Praise and Worship sessions at church –
I love that too. (Nola is the
Worship leader at her church.) Also, when I pray for others ‘on the spot,’ the recall is awesome. The Word is truly becoming internalized!”
—Nola Jeanne Baird, CPI,
Physical and Spiritual Benefits without Compromise
“I just want to say how
thrilled I am to have discovered your program PraiseMoves.
“I started doing yoga about 2
years ago as a means to meet and have an in road to the Hindu women where I
live. I knew the ideas about meditation and that if you did what they say you
would just be opening yourself up to Satan. Instead of the meditation my friend
and I used these times to pray for those in the class and for Satan's strongholds
to be broken.
“Since I am a strong Christian
and didn't understand all that you shared about the background of yoga and
Hinduism, I didn't realize the
contradiction I was displaying. I even introduced yet another friend to
yoga and explained that I did not do the meditation but instead quoted
scripture, prayed and sang praise songs. I often told her that someone
needed to have ‘yoga’ classes with praise music and scriptures to meditate on.
“Imagine my excitement when I
found your site. God had directed you to develop a program incorporating the
exact ideas I wanted. I have already started PraiseMoves and couldn't believe
the joy I felt as I listened to your introduction. Now I can enjoy the physical and spiritual benefits without having to
‘make them fit together.’ I will be purchasing another DVD to send to my
friend. It is the least I can do since I am the one who got her started with
yoga to give her this fantastic Christian alternative.
“God bless you. Each time I use
the DVD I will be praying for all those that use it or take the classes to
respond to your invitation at the end. GOD BE PRAISED!!!!!!”
—
Being Criticized for Your Stand for Christ? You’re in Good
Company!
“I am so very excited about PraiseMoves. I feel that in
many unique ways, the Lord has prepared me to use PraiseMoves as the
continuation of all He has done in my life. Ultimately I am praying about
becoming a certified instructor for women of God in
“I absolutely love the writing you have done concerning
mixing eastern mysticism and Christianity. I have always had a major problem
with doing that- and I love the fact
that people have criticized you in that aspect of your ministry. Of course,
if Jesus walked the earth today, He, too, would be criticized so you are in
VERY good Company!
“As I have studied nutrition, health and exercise for the
last 20 years and have gone from my high point of 182 to now 135 pounds, I am
in need of something that will not only keep me flexible and strong, but in
addition will fill my heart with His amazing Word. I also have a tremendous
love for not only the Hebrew language and alphabet, but a deep desire for
encouraging Godly women in their walk and in their health.”
—Sara Streeter,
“Effective, yet
gentle”
“PraiseMoves
is a wonderful treat for my body; it
is effective yet gentle (just what my spirit and my
stressed-out, middle-aged body needs!). I have been telling all my friends
about it – the young and the older ones, too.
“I
believe your work is truly a blessing from God to the body of Christ. May God
continue to guide your efforts."
—Linda Kleidon,
Hearty recommendation for The Gimme Ten Workout
"This workout video is truly a blessing! It is so
refreshing to be able to have a real Christian workout video, not only with
scripture, but the modest clothes worn during the video. I can actually work out with my kids around and not worry about what
influence they are under! I would recommend it to everyone!"
—Heather
Savage,
Improvements
in Posture, Breathing,
“I am so thankful for the leading of the Holy
Spirit. In September 2005 I twisted my lower back wrong and was in bed for
three days straight. I asked the Lord to show me how to take care of my
back and what exercise to do and I would do it. A few weeks later I heard
you on the Oasis (Radio Network). The Lord quickened me to buy your
video.
“I have been doing your twenty minute work-out since January 2006. IT IS AMAZING. Firstly, my posture alone is tremendously better. Just because of that, I feel and look better and just carry myself healthier and sexier. Secondly, I am aware of a greater balance in my body. Finally, my breathing and range of motion is more graceful and beautiful and easy and I am so happy. When I first began, just getting my arms to my ears was a real struggle and I could not even hold the posture the length of the scripture. Now, I lift my arms all the time with great ease and can hold the posture the length of the scripture. I was so shocked to find that I sweated on those things! They really work.
“I am 33, and have had three children and work at a desk. PraiseMoves was an answer to my prayer and I am very grateful for it. Would you mind sending me an e-mail if she comes out with another one? I will be happy to buy it. I know this one only came out in December of ‘05, but I have been doing it every week and would buy another one if she does it. Also, I have been telling people every chance I get. Thanks again!
—
A
moving experience – spiritually and emotionally
“I
just received my DVD copy of PraiseMoves. The second time watching/exercising
to it after a particularly hard day at work, I found myself so moved with the
scriptures I was hearing and meditating on (that) I began to weep quite
profusely through the series, but kept trying to keep up. One thing, I am over
270 lbs., and I am following as best as I can, but I’m really out of shape.
“Also,
many years ago, pre-Christ era (I was saved in 1977), I was into Hatha Yoga for
some time. A few years later I became involved in Bhakti
Yoga with the Hare Krishna movement.
“I believe God really sent your DVD to me
and I can feel something deep within me breaking off of me. I believe God
is using and will continue to use your program for not only my physical
healing, but He (OUR MOST AWESOME GOD!) is performing a spiritual healing in my
soul!
“Laurette,
I thank you so much for your courage in stepping out with this wonderful
alternative to the devil’s lies and the yoga movement.”
—G. Hawkes,
“PraiseMoves program – a compliment to our
practice!”
“Laurette Willis
does a beautiful job incorporating deep stretching, relaxation techniques and
the Word of God through PraiseMoves!
“She has a unique
vision, which is to provide a Christian Alternative to those who enjoy the
health benefits of yoga but offers her viewers so much more. Each segment is easy to follow and
leaves you feeling energized!
“We encourage our
clients and patients to exercise on a regular basis and find the PraiseMoves
program to be a compliment to our practice!”
—Dr. Amy C. Denman, Certified Traditional
Naturopath,
Alternative Chiropractic, Acupuncture & The Healthy
Back Pain Lessened – Off Pain Medication!
“Thank
you so much for developing PraiseMoves. Before I was saved, just 3 ½ yrs
ago, I was into yoga and deep in New Age and Occult practices. After God
delivered me from the dominion of Darkness, I was afraid to practice any yoga
stretches, since it seemed that yoga had help lead me deeper into deception in
the past. Yet I missed the flexibility and physical benefits I got from
the yoga stretches. I had also developed chronic lower back pain, which I
have been in physical therapy for.
“About
the same time as I ordered PraiseMoves, and began to stretch and be built up
with the Word, my back miraculously began to loosen up and the pain
lessened. I had been in physical
therapy for 8 months with only a little improvement, and when using
PraiseMoves, it only took a few weeks, and the pain is all but gone completely.
I can move more freely, and don’t need pain medication at all now.
“The
scripture is so wonderful to meditate on at the same time and I look forward to
putting the tape on and thinking God’s thoughts. I know God sent me
to your website as I was researching if yoga was okay for Christians.
Thank you for speaking out against it, and sharing your experience. It really
encouraged me. I tell all my friends about it, and even though my physical
therapist (a non-believer) laughed at the idea, she is seeing its benefits for
me. I thank our Lord for your obedience and courage and pray you will be
blessed richly as I have been by PraiseMoves.
—T. Yard (Military spouse,
stationed in
PraiseMoves Instructor
Shares Several Exciting Testimonies from Students ~ Marlene Jones is a CPI (Certified PraiseMoves Instructor) in
“I wanted to share with you
some great reports on PraiseMoves. The first is a lady who hurt her back on a
ride at Disney World the beginning of summer. She had decided to finally
see a doctor about it. She joined our PraiseMoves class at
"Another lady hadn't been
able to lie flat on her back for a year. She had one session and then I
helped her adjust her hips/pelvis and now she says that her
back is better. She was able to lie
down flat during the next week's session for the first time in a year
during the relaxation/devotional part of the class.
"Oh and there is one
more....my favorite pose (The Dove) is one that I did years ago when I was
pregnant the first time and had trouble with sciatica pain. One of my
students remembered that I told her to try that and during one of her sleepless
nights (due to the pain - which by the way occurred following a workout
at a local gym with a personal trainer) - and at 3 in the morning she
got into the posture - fell asleep that way - and woke up with the pain all
gone. She is still having issues but they are improving.
"Hey here's another - one
of my students, Natalie (who people stop all the time and tell her she looks
great and she says it's because of "Marlene's class" - I tell
her it's because of her), she shared yesterday something you might find very
interesting. Apparently she's been an emotional/binge eater. She says now she will concentrate on her
breath (an element I really stress during my PraiseMoves sessions) and then the
cravings/desire will go away - or she feels she has more self-control to make
better food choices. Once she said that, I began thinking about the
fruit of the Spirit. The last one mentioned is self-control. I got to
thinking about it while I was sharing with the class how all of the other fruit
listed (goodness, gentleness, etc.) wouldn't be possible for us to even attain
to without self-control in the first place. As you may be able to tell....I
love the ministry time during my classes even at this 'non-church' location -
so far people keep coming back!!!"
—Marlene Jones, CPI, ND,
Thank you, Marlene! We've often said the FOUNDATION of PraiseMoves is NOT the postures. The foundation of PraiseMoves is the Word of God - and His Word makes ALLLLLLLLLLLL the difference!!! Marlene has lots of helpful healthful information and tips on her website:http://www.christiannaturalhealth.org
“The Best Christ-centered
Feel-good Workout of Them All!”
“I received my PraiseMoves video over a week ago.
I've done the workout about 3-4 times so far and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised.
I do find it is a better alternative to yoga. I always feel 100% better
after I do it. I really like the 20 minute version - who has time these
days to workout for an hour - eh?
“I really enjoy the use of scripture in the workout. I feel I'm spending quality time with the
Lord. I like your calm and gentle
voice. Will you be creating other
PraiseMoves videos in the future? I
would definitely like to know about them.
“I've done two other Christians
videotapes, one was an aerobic one and the other were walk aerobics and I have
to say, yours proves to be the Best Christ-centered feel good workout of them
all!”
—Robin N.,
“My Chiropractor has noticed the difference”
“At age 49, finding myself in a
new home-based career, I had been praying for a fitness program that I
could maintain because I feared middle-age spread. I have never been into
exercise, but when I saw Laurette on a local Christian talk show, demonstrating
PraiseMoves, it piqued my interest. A short time later, I met with the
publisher of the Christian newspaper for which I write. We were discussing
ideas for the holiday issue and I suggested an article on PraiseMoves, so she
had me contact Laurette.
“By the end of the interview, I was
sure I had found the answer to my prayers. I ordered and began using the
tapes, and fell in love with the act of glorifying God through my body and in
my spirit. Having had two serious spinal surgeries in 15 years, PraiseMoves was
just the exercise I needed to strengthen my back, improve my posture and my
flexibility. My chiropractor has noticed
a big difference in my muscle tone and body alignment from doing
PraiseMoves. It has eliminated my back
pain, and when I get occasional
sciatica, I do the Runner's pose, the Prayer Shawl and Rest
and Stretch for relief.
“Not long after I started doing
PraiseMoves, I felt a strong desire to teach others how to transform their
workouts into worship. I became a certified PraiseMoves Instructor
(CPI) in January 2006, two months after purchasing the DVD's, and have been
teaching at my local YMCA and a couple other locations ever since.”
—Mary Ann Haslett, The
(Mary Ann became a CPI – Certified PraiseMoves Instructor - and
offers classes in the
“God led me to what I had
been seeking”
“I have been so blessed by
PraiseMoves. I just ordered it several weeks ago. At that time, and
even since, I have been fighting a spiritual battle against yoga and
deception. Even though I have never really done much yoga, I have always
been very into exercise and fitness and was always looking for something new
and different. There has always been a check in my spirit not to get into
yoga, but, conversely, there was that little voice that kept telling me that it
wasn't all bad - after all, don't you want to be more flexible and less
stressed? Ha!
“One day I sat down and said, ‘God, I
know You know the answer. Is yoga bad?’ He
said yes. Then I felt compelled to ask, ‘Is there anything out there that
is similar?’ He said yes. So I Googled Christian yoga, not knowing what I would find.
On the first website I found, I came across a link to PraiseMoves. As
soon as I read the testimony on the PraiseMoves website (Why a Christian
Alternative to Yoga), I started crying and knew that every word was true
and that God had led me to exactly what
I had been seeking.
“Thank you so much for being available
to God in this way :) There are so many well-meaning people who are so
deceived right now! I truly want to join you in prayer for them and for a
blessing in your ministry. I will be praying for you all daily!”
—
(Melissa has also become a CPI and teaches PraiseMoves classes
in
Kudos for Weekly PraiseMoves Class and Instructor
“PraiseMoves
has become my favorite hour of the week.
With the focus on stretching and strength training, I am able to stay
flexible and injury free. The best part
though is the incorporation of God’s Word.
Many verses I had previously overlooked have now been committed to
memory. I am forever thankful to Angie
for teaching PraiseMoves. She brings
enthusiasm, joy, and sincerity of heart to every class. May God continue to bless her and her efforts
in His kingdom.”
—Diane Reynolds,
Mother
of Competitive Skater
“I just wanted to thank you for following the leading
of the Lord to move forward with PraiseMoves. I have a ten year-old son
who is a competitive figure skater. He trains daily a minimum of two hours.
He is a very gifted skater but lacks horribly when it comes to
flexibility. Upon discussing this with his chiropractor, he suggested
Yoga. I was not happy with the suggestion and let him know that I didn't
want to introduce my son to yoga and let him know that as a Christian I felt it
was not spiritually safe for my child. He continued to encourage me to
look into sport Yoga. I did, prayed about it, bought a tape, and soon
realized that there were still very subtle references to dangerous practices.
All there has to be is a seed planted, right? I then searched the
web for Christian Yoga but alarmingly still found practices that could be
dangerous spiritually. I finally found your site and prayed about
it. I knew immediately that your
program was the way to go. My son loves it!
“Please feel free to use my testimony. I have
seen how yoga is being pushed in the school systems and how openly it is
accepted. I have a heavy heart thinking about
it. Hopefully my testimony will encourage others to say ‘No’ to the
practice of yoga (even the systems that seem innocent). The chiropractor who
suggested yoga for my son claims to be a Christian. I am planning on
taking your tape to him on our next visit.”
—Monique B.,
Dabbling in New Age practices “not as innocent as it appears”
“First let me say that I love
the concept of PraiseMoves. Through a very personal and somewhat
frightening experience, God recently
revealed to me the dangers of participating in yoga and other alternative
healing methodologies that are based on Eastern religions and idols. I
often hear people say that yoga is just an exercise and is physically
beneficial. They are right on one account only. I was one of them for many
years. I’ve been a believer since I was 9 years old and thought that as long as
I did not believe or participate in the religious part of these practices that
I was fine. How wrong I was. At any rate, there are obvious physical benefits
to stretching and I love the idea of incorporating praise into this. What
a splendid way to start (or end) your day!
“New Age practices are very
widespread in
“May God continue to bless the
PraiseMoves ministry!”
—Karen N.,
Spiritual Impact
“I have experienced many physical benefits from
PraiseMoves. It is a great stretching program and helps me remain calm and
relaxed. More than the physical
benefits, however, is the spiritual impact it has had
on my life. I have an increased awareness of God's presence in my life and
feel His Spirit more than I ever have.
“Thank you for the exercise program that helps us glorify
God in our bodies AND spirits which both belong to Him.”
—Angie Cluck,
A “Totally Different Experience”
“I'm so glad I discovered your
material!
“I heard
you on Moody Radio a couple of weeks ago, looked up your Web Site and ordered
the DVD and book (I also had my sister order a set.) I've been so
inspired after watching the 20 minute and 60 minute sessions and telling all my
friends and co-workers about your material. I actually brought it to work
and three friends watched it at lunch - they were all very impressed.
“What I've been
telling everyone is that normally I work out because I have to. I
know it's good for me and I'm fairly disciplined but the whole time I'm
wishing it was over and I could go on to my next (much more enjoyable) activity. During
my first session with you, I had a totally different experience.
Combining the spiritual affirmations during the warm-ups and postures was an
awesome experience for me. When I finished The Lord's Prayer I felt so uplifted, energetic, calm and
peaceful. It was just a wonderful to start my day! I've found
myself looking forward to going to bed so I can get up and do another session
with you. I've also not stopped telling all my friends about it. I
sent your website link to 50 of my friends tonight.
“Thank you again so much for
creating all this material and for your heart for the Lord and lost souls.”
—Jackie Kelton,
Focusing on the Lord and His Word
“Dear Laurette: I began using
the PraiseMoves DVD this week and am thoroughly enjoying it. I appreciate, of
course, the physical and mental benefits of regular exercise, but I especially rejoice in the opportunity to
focus on the Lord and His Word.
“Bless you as you continue to
serve Him and assist others attain new levels of health and strength.”
—Stephanie,
“More Energy!”
“I received the PraiseMoves DVD
a few days ago and I wanted to tell you how much I love it. I was looking for a
Christian alternative to yoga as I work toward a 100 pound weight loss through Weight
Watchers. I had also just asked God to provide me with his holy discipline to
show me where my life was out of line with His will. I didn't feel I was using
my time effectively and for his glory. Along
with some other new habits, PraiseMoves has already begun to make a huge
difference in my life, giving me more energy by following your program, and
bringing me closer to God.
Michelle adds, “I neglected to
mention what a blessing the B.A.S.I.C. book is in my life (BASIC Steps to Godly Fitness).
The scriptural basis you give there for the food choices we should be making
and the idea of surrounding our food with praise are wonderful.
“Thank
you so much.”
—Michelle Noel,
Help for Chronic
Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
“We just wanted to share with you that my son and I have
been doing PraiseMoves, and it has been such a blessing to us. We both
have Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain Syndrome, and Chronic Fatigue. The Lord knew
that this would be the program that we would be able to physically do. We
are so blessed – we love the Scriptures and the moves.
“While doing the ‘Our Father’ (Scripture Sequence) it
was precious that the Lord was absolutely filling the room with His
presence as we exercised – there was such peace. We had ‘Holy Spirit goose
bumps’ while we were exercising! That was a new experience
too! :-)
“As we continue to
do PraiseMoves, we know that the Lord is going to continue to get His
temples (our bodies) fit and healthier. We have noticed some
difference in the fatigue level, and the pain intensity. As we press on
and continue we believe that the Lord will continue His healing process in our
bodies.
“Thank you, Laurette for your willingness to allow the
Lord to work through you to create this program. We pray for the blessings from
the Throne of Jesus Christ to pour into your life and Ministry abundantly!”
Surrendered for Jesus Christ,
Rachel and
I felt like I was being de-programmed
“I started doing yoga in 1997 as
an exercise program for my back. I'm a Dental Assistant by trade and had
worked (hunched over people) for over 12 years in the field when I decided I
needed some kind of exercise that would help me strengthen my back.
“I was a backslidden
Christian and didn't think that yoga was so bad. I was always careful to
keep Jesus in my mind whenever the instructor would talk about meditation and I
know that's what kept me from going too deep into it.
“My mother and another
Christian friend of mine had tried to talk to me about yoga but I didn't really
want to hear them because I was only doing it for the exercise aspect as
far as I was concerned. But then in spring of 2004 God started talking to
me about it and I found that I couldn't do the yoga exercise tapes or even the
stretches anymore. I couldn't put my finger on it; I just knew that I couldn't
do it anymore!!
“I knew
it was what God wanted me to do because I felt such a weight lift off
me. Then one day my Mom phoned me and she was all excited. She asked me to
turn on
“As soon as I did the workout I felt like I was being de-programmed with each move which had awesome
scripture tied to it. Romans
“Thank you so much Laurette
Willis for being such a servant to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ with such
obedience to God. I pray that you and those who have supported you will
be blessed abundantly as you move forward overcoming evil with good!!!”
—Neta L.,
“A Fresh and Positive Approach to Exercise”
“Laurette Willis has authored a timely
and creative alternative to yoga with PraiseMoves.
A former yoga instructor herself before her salvation experience, Laurette
knows what yoga is all about and cautions Christians of its dangers. While Life
magazine recently had cover headlines touting
“She brings a fresh and positive approach to exercise that is fun for
women.”
—Joyce Foulds, Ladies Ministry
Director
“Decreased Back Pain – and better Self-Esteem”
“PraiseMoves and the Basic Steps to Godly Fitness book have been truly answers to my
prayers. While living with horrible back pain, tension, stress and trigger
points for several years, I was told by Chiropractors and Doctors to do Yoga,
which I tried especially during pregnancy for the pain. I liked the idea
of the stretches and how I felt physically, but I also had a check in my spirit
and refused to do Yoga anymore.
“I continued stretching on my own to help
relieve the tension in my back muscles, but I searched for a Christian
alternative to yoga or stretching program. After doing a lot of research I
came across the BASIC Steps to Godly
Fitness book which introduced me to PraiseMoves and The Gimme Ten Workout. I went right away and got online to
get more info and order the DVD. I also signed up at that time for the
PraiseMoves teacher certification, because I knew this is what God wanted me to
do. He saw me through it even though I have a long way to go to get totally fit
and buff!
“The benefits I received through doing
PraiseMoves are:
• Decreased back pain and back tension
• Flexibility
and strength
•
Stronger body, more balance, and better quality of life
• More
consciousness of correct posture and body mechanisms
• And
most importantly – better self-esteem
“I am truly grateful to God and to
Laurette for leading me and encouraging me through PraiseMoves!!! I hope
to be a great influence on people’s lives for God with the PraiseMoves Fitness
Ministry.”
—Brandy Guidry Gendusa,
More Great
Testimonies…
“PraiseMoves is an answer to prayer for an exercise
program. It is centered on Christ and
His purposes for our body to glorify God in all that we do.”
—C. Miller,
“I want you to know
that I am doing the PraiseMoves at least 3 times a week and sometimes more. I
really appreciate the fact that I am keeping God in my exercise program. Thanks
so much.”
—J. Guthrie,
“PraiseMoves
is a wonderful program. It not only
leaves your body feeling great, but it leaves your spirit feeling great also.”
—K. Maglothin,
“Finally, a program that Christians can use to remember that their
bodies are temples.”
—Vicki M.,
“PraiseMoves
is like having devotions with a group of friends. It’s very uplifting.”
—Elizabeth Moon (Pastor’s wife,
“PraiseMoves
is scripture-based and it’s peaceful. It
helps to strengthen me spiritually, mentally and physically.”
—Carole B. (70 yrs. young!),
Tahlequah, OK
More Testimonies to
Come…
If you have a
testimony you would like to share, please send it to: praisemoves@gmail.com . We will be
honored to share your testimony as an encouragement to others – plus we’ll
enter your name in our quarterly drawing. If chosen, your testimony will be featured
in the PraiseMoves FitNews and you will receive a
PraiseMoves DVD as a gift for you or a friend!
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