Body Mechanix Athletics began in January 1993, offering Massage Therapy to various athletes, teams and area businesses.

The business expanded in May 1994 to offer group training programs for athletes, and then the first Body Mechanix Duathlon to benefit local charitable organizations. The one-time event grew in 1997 to a Tuesday evening 5-race Body Mechanix Duathlon Series.

Ken and Diane Hood combine their knowledge, education and experience in the fields of athletics, business and therapeutic modalities, to offer a unique mix of services. They focus on injury prevention/treatment for athletes and active people. They offer training programs for multi-sport athletes of all levels of ability. They provide Wellness Programs and Consulting for area businesses and individuals.

Diane began the business in 1993, offering Massage Therapy to area businesses and athletes. As a competitive collegiate runner, her inner drive and determination caused many over-use injuries to occur, therefore she was exposed to various ways to handle these injuries. A Right foot injury (Plantar Fasciitis) that eventually required surgery caused her to be red-shirted her freshman/sophomore year in college. When the same injury began in her Left foot after college, she was introduced to unique soft-tissue techniques to stop the progression, making surgery a non-requirement for healing. Being introduced to this method of treating injuries became the catalyst for Diane pursuing the field of Massage Therapy.