Born on January 21, 1997, Yaya Tshuma is a fitness online coach who has inspired thousands around the world through her dynamic workout routines, motivational content, and personalized coaching programs. With a background in athletics and academic excellence, she has successfully carved out a space as one of the most engaging wellness voices in the digital fitness community.
Career/Education
Originally from Zimbabwe and raised in South Africa, Yaya’s journey into the fitness world began as an athlete. She excelled in field hockey and track and field, eventually earning a track scholarship to the United States in 2017. While in the U.S., she pursued higher education, completing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and later, a Master’s in Business. Though she started a career in the corporate world, Yaya felt unfulfilled. Her love for fitness, something that had helped her through difficult emotional periods, quickly became a new calling.
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Yaya has always been transparent about her struggles, from battling depression to navigating low self-esteem and body image issues. She found that consistent exercise, nutrition, and self-discipline played a critical role in her mental and emotional transformation. This personal breakthrough is what led her to become a coach, sharing what helped her with others.
As a sponsored athlete for Oner Active, Yaya is widely recognized for her informative, form-focused training videos. She also runs her own coaching business through her website, Built By Yaya, offering digital guides, challenges, and online mentorship.
Husband/Family
She’s still very much single.
