From Cycling Champion to Home Resilience：Shayna Powless with Yesoul Fitness for a“Better Tomorrow”

Shayna Powless, a proud member of the Oneida Nation, has carved an inspiring path from a runner in Roseville, California, to a professional cyclist with an impressive record across road, track, gravel, mountain biking, and virtual racing, including standout performances at the World Championships and Pan American Games. Together with her husband, Eli Ankou, a professional rugby player from the Dokis First Nation, she co-founded the Dream Catcher Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Native American youth through sports while raising awareness for the Missing and Murdered Native American Women and Girls (MMIWG) crisis. Now living in Jacksonville, Florida, Shayna continues her journey of resilience and adaptability, embracing a new fitness routine with the Yesoul T1M Plus treadmill, a testament to her unwavering commitment to pushing limits and inspiring her community.

A Cyclist Champion’s Impelling Journey

Shayna’s journey kicked off with running, but cycling is where she truly found her groove. Over 12 years as a pro, she snagged the 2024 Chicago Grit overall title, nabbed third place in the 2022 Milton Nations Cup team pursuit, and claimed the sprint classification in the 2023 Tour of the Gila. Her versatility was on full display with impressive finishes like fifth in the 2021 Unbound 200 Gravel Race and third in the mixed team category at the 2019 Cape Epic. She didn’t stop there—becoming a two-time national champion in XC mountain biking and XTERRA triathlon, and proudly wearing her country’s colors at the World Championships and Pan American Games. It’s the kind of career that turns heads, not just for the medals and titles, but for the heart behind it, as evidenced by her 2025 United Natives Community Impact award for her work with the Dream Catcher Foundation.

When she retired, Shayna didn’t just kick back. She started Powless Performance, coaching cyclists, and teamed up with her husband, Eli Ankou, to launch the Dream Catcher Foundation, a project that gets Indigenous kids into sports. Her efforts earned her the United Natives Community Impact Award in 2025. Now 31, she’s still all about staying active and giving back.

Shayna’s Morning Move

Shayna Powless starts her mornings with a run on her Yesoul T1M Plus Treadmill. Folded neatly by the window, it unfolds into a compact workout space. She finishes, folds the treadmill away, and moves on with her day energized.

Rain or heat no longer disrupts her routine. She pairs workouts with music playlists or casual TV viewing, making exercise part of her daily rhythm. Over time, her stamina and balance have improved naturally. While others struggle with unused gym memberships, Shayna sticks to her routine effortlessly—blending movement with small joys like podcast laughter or a favorite song's rhythm.

 

 

A Boost to Body and Spirit

For Shayna, consistency is key. The Yesoul T1M Plus Treadmill keeps her running no matter the forecast, and she’s noticed the payoff. “My stamina’s up, my balance feels sharper,” she shares. “When I’m consistent, I just feel better—inside and out.” It’s not about chasing past glory; it’s about staying connected to the athlete she’s always been.

Your Turn to Get Going

Yesoul Fitness and Shayna Powless's collaboration goes beyond simple brand promotion. It is a convergence of ideas, a partnership based on the common ideals of fortitude, commitment, and realizing one's greatest potential.

Shayna Powless’s story is all about rolling with the punches—whether that’s dominating on a bike or figuring out fitness after retiring. The Yesoul T1M Plus Treadmill has been her secret weapon, bringing convenience and a spark of joy to her routine. Maybe you’re a pro athlete like she was, or maybe you’re just tired of excuses holding you back. Either way, finding the right way to work out at home can make a big change. So why not take a page from Shayna’s book and start today? You might surprise yourself with where it takes you.