Diane Coad, Founder and CEO of Total Body Mechanics LLC, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education with a concentration in exercise science, exercise for older adults and nutrition from Winston Salem State University.

Diane received her Master’s Degree in Sports and Exercise Psychology at North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. She attended Kneaded Energy School of Massage receiving her certification as a Massage Therapist. She is currently a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist in North Carolina. Diane received her yoga certification from Triad Yoga Institute and is a 500 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher.

Diane has worked in the health field for over 30+ years and in the health food store industry for over 15 years. Diane is certified in BLS (basic life support/CPR) and ACLS (advanced cardiac life support). She is a recent retiree of 21 years as Manager of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department at Annie Penn Hospital in Reidsville, North Carolina.

Diane is currently teaching aerobic classes and yoga classes at the YMCA in Greensboro, NC. She is also an Adjunct Professor at High Point University teaching yoga, Pilates/barre and yoga sculpt.