Yoga guidance provides the missing piece in my fitness routine

Item: Zenith Performance and Wellness
Rating: 5
Author: Client

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Lisa M

Sarah first discovered yoga and meditation in college, where she realized the practice was teaching her something she’d never really learned—how to truly relax. Yoga helped her settle her mind, focus more clearly, and move through the intensity of early adulthood with greater steadiness.

Traveling to Southern India later on deepened her practice and curiosity. After completing a month-long silent retreat, something shifted. The clarity and transformation she experienced there inspired her to share these practices with her community.

An athlete at heart, Sarah loves trail running, swimming, strength training, and yoga. She discovered that pairing mindful movement with daily meditation created a deep sense of grounding—especially during major life transitions.

Influenced by the teachings of Judith Hanson Lasater, PhD, physical therapist and yoga teacher, Sarah blends anatomy-informed wisdom with a restorative, down-to-earth style. She completed her 200-hour RYT with Mark Stevens and continues to study meditation, experiential anatomy, and mindful movement.

Sarah is known for her slower, intuitive coaching approach, non-judgmental presence, and ability to help clients develop body awareness, movement confidence, and a steadier inner landscape—whether someone is new to yoga, returning after injury, or navigating stress or life transitions.

While she has years of experience leading large group classes, Sarah is most inspired by individual coaching. Private sessions allow her to understand each person’s story, adapt in real time, and help clients connect with the heart of yoga and meditation: relaxed awareness, resilience, and steadier inner ground.

Sarah Finney

Personal Yoga Instructor

April 4, 2026

I am amazed at how attuned to my body Sarah is after just two 1:1 sessions. Her expertise, demeanor, and ability to communicate with such clarity makes this novice feel confident. An unexpected bonus are tips and drawings that she emails after each session. Coupled with PT and small group strength training at Zenith, this addition of Sarah's yoga guidance provides the missing piece in my fitness routine to remain healthy and active.

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