Gospel Aerobics is a form of rhythmic aerobic exercise that uses gospel music, spiritual encouragement and motivation during the routine. Both the term ‘Gospel Aerobics’ and the specific concept are the brainchild of Maryland based Hope Mason who was joined by her husband Marc Mason in making the production of the show 'Gospel Aerobics' a reality. The concept included the phrase, ‘Gospel Aerobics - Worshiping God with the whole man: Spirit, Soul and Body’, with the goal of affecting the whole man. In 1996, the now defunct Baltimore Cable Access Corporation (BCAC) the public access in Baltimore City offered training on the campus of Coppin State University to those that aspired to produce television programming in the area. In 1996, the television show entitled 'Gospel Aerobics' was produce