About Diana

Diana has dedicated 30 years to the fitness and wellness industry, starting as a 2-sport all-state athlete at Central Catholic High School in Toledo, Ohio. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy and Kinesiotherapy from the University of Toledo, where she began teaching fitness classes at just 19 years old after completing an intensive training program at the University’s Student Recreational Center. Diana later earned her Master’s of Science in Health Coaching and Applied Nutrition from the International Health Coaching University.

Over the past 34 years, Diana has earned numerous certifications and credentials across a wide range of fields including fitness, athletic training, clinical needs, rehabilitation, nutrition, stress management, and various therapeutic practices. Driven by a passion for education and a desire to help others achieve their healthiest, most balanced lives, she now trains others through her yoga teacher training school, Essence of Yoga, her Pilates teacher training school, Essence of Pilates, as well as her certifications as a Reiki Master and Certified & Licensed Vibrational Sound Master Teacher.