Dana Leipold, Yoga Teacher, Wellness Coach, Holistic Nutritionist and Third Act Wellness Founder

You give and give until there's nothing left to give. The people you love can always count on you. But who is there for you? 

You can't keep giving like you have an unlimited supply of energy, because you don't. You HAVE to replenish yourself and care for yourself so that you can fully be there for those you love.

What's behind the name: Third Act Wellness?
If the first act of life is about education and youthful exuberance, and the second act mostly about career and family, the third act of life is about the pursuit of wisdom, self-actualization, and leaving some kind of legacy. Founded in 2021 by Dana Leipold, yoga teacher, wellness coach, and holistic nutritionist, Third Act Wellness teaches women over 45 how to reduce their stress, calm their minds, and take care of their bodies in their third act of life so they can be there for the people they love and share their gifts with a world in need.

How We Help You
Third Act Wellness is also all about keeping things simple...because life's complicated enough! When you work with us, we focus on four areas of your health and wellness:
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Nourish: eat nutrient-rich, whole foods and feed your mind with positivity.
Relax: allow your body and mind to rest and restore. 
Move: do low-intensity activities every day.
Connect: spend time in community with people you love.

Nurture YOUR health and well-being so you can share your gifts with a world in need.

My Story 

I hit my mid-forties and noticed that my body began to change, and it seemed like it was out of my control. No matter how much exercise I did, I couldn't lose the weight...and I was TIRED ALL THE TIME. I drank coffee to stay awake at work and wine at night to "unwind" so I could sleep.

Then after turning 50, I realized my teenage kids didn't need me as much anymore. My husband was deep into his career and I didn't know what to do with myself. It all came to a crescendo when I started experiencing severe pain in my lower back that ran all the way down my right leg and on right side of my neck. I found I could no longer sit at my desk and do my job that I'd been at for over 20 years without suffering. My doctor told me I had sciatica and said I should quit my job if I didn't want to live in pain. Anxiety gripped me (and I drank more wine to ease my anxiety) as I tried to figure out how to heal myself so I could earn a living.

Feeling worthless, with no direction, and self-critical, I discovered a book called, Life Reimagined: The Science, Art, and Opportunity of Midlife by Barbara Bradley Hagerty. After reading it, my whole perspective changed about the possibilities for my future. Then I decided to study yoga, holistic nutrition, and meditation. My body AND my mind began to shift into an ease I have never experienced before, and my pain was gone! I noticed that I was stronger, had more energy, and most importantly developed equanimity (the ability to stay calm and centered, especially in difficult situations). I wanted to share this new perspective with every woman I know, and don't know, so I created Third Act Wellness L.L.C.

My Credentials

Certified Yoga Instructor - American Fitness Professionals & Associates (AFPA) - September 2019
Certified Holistic Nutritionist - American Fitness Professionals & Associates (AFPA) - September 2019
Certified Meditation Teacher - Priority Academy - October 2019
​Certified Professional Life Coach - Transformation Academy - October 2019
Certified Yoga for Healthy Aging Instructor - Baxter Bell Yoga - January 2020
Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) 200 Hours - Castro Valley Yoga - August 2021
​Certified Yoga Nidra Teacher - My Vinyasa Practice - January 2022