Deja Marshall is the heart and movement behind JoyFul Fitness, a faith-centered fitness experience rooted in worship, gratitude, and joy. Deja loves Jesus with her whole heart and believes movement is a powerful way to honor God, care for the body as His temple, and celebrate the gift of life.

More than twelve years ago, Deja reached a breaking point—physically and emotionally exhausted and ready for change. In surrender, she placed her health in God’s hands and committed to honoring Him through the way she moved and nourished her body. Through prayer, consistency, and movement that glorified Him, Deja released over 100 pounds. What she gained, however, was far greater: freedom, strength, confidence, and a deeper relationship with God.

Over the years, Deja has walked through many seasons. Her weight has fluctuated, life has shifted, and circumstances have changed—but one truth has remained constant: God is faithful, and He is good.

Today, Deja moves as an act of worship.
She moves in gratitude.
She moves in praise.

JoyFul Fitness is built on the belief that movement is not a punishment, a number, or a pursuit of perfection. It is an expression of thanksgiving and joy. Sweating, smiling, kickboxing, lifting, stretching—there is joy in all of it when we move for the glory of God.

Every BODY is welcome here.
Every body is good.

No matter your starting point, range of motion, or season of life—if you have breath in your lungs, you were made to praise Him.

JoyFul Fitness is more than a workout. It is a place where faith and movement meet, where strength is built from the inside out, and where participants are encouraged to laugh, worship, sweat, and leave refreshed—body, mind, and spirit.

Deja can’t wait to move with you and glorify Him together.