Coaching Corner

Ever feel like a busy schedule is sabotaging your fitness goals? Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I break down what to do when you can't find a consecutive 45-60 minute block for your workout — and why skipping it entirely shouldn't be your default. Drawing on lessons I give my personal training clients every w...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I'm continuing my personal Fat Loss Transformation journey with an honest end-of-week check-in for Week 2. I walk through my new progress photos and flexing pics (including why I switched up my outfit to capture muscle definition), share the real reason my weight spiked after a...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. One week into my six-month fat loss journey, and the data is already telling an interesting story. In this episode, I'm sharing my Week 2 end-of-week reflection — including what I discovered after tracking every single meal and doing daily weigh-ins for seven days straight. The biggest surprise?...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. Most people think building a home gym means spending a ton of money and taking up a ton of space — but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, I'm breaking down the five essential pieces of equipment every home gym needs, whether you're just starting your fitness journey or you're an ex...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. I'm officially kicking off a brand new 6-month series on The Coaching Corner — and this one is personal. I'm going through my own Fat Loss Transformation Program, the same program I use with my personal training clients, and I'm bringing you along for every step of the journey. My goal isn't jus...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, we're talking all about functional training. "Functional fitness" is one of the most popular terms in the gym world right now — but what does it actually mean? In this episode, we trace the concept back to its roots in physical therapy and rehabilitation, where the original ques...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. If you've been going to the gym consistently, eating your vegetables, and still can't get your body to change—this episode is for you. Hitting a plateau doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong. In fact, it usually means you've already built the foundation most people struggle to establish. In t...

If you've been struggling with your fitness and nutrition lately, I want you to know: that makes complete sense. Living through times of political upheaval and genuine threat creates real emotional stress that impacts our capacity for behavior change. But here's the paradox - this is precisely when taking care of yourself becomes most crucial, not as a luxury but as a survival strategy. In this ep...

Feeling anxious about staying on track with your fitness goals during the holidays? You're not alone. Between shorter days, endless treats in the break room, and social gatherings where you have zero control over the menu, this season can feel like everything is working against you. In this episode, I'm sharing my professional strategies as a personal trainer for navigating the holidays without lo...

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are everywhere right now, and they can be incredibly effective for weight loss. But here's what most people aren't talking about: if you use these medications without also changing your eating habits and building muscle through resistance training, you're setting yourself up to regain all the weight you lost—and possibly even more. In this episode, I break...

Ready to take your training to the next level with heavy lifting? In this episode, we're diving into the final part of my three-part series on how hard you should train during your workouts. If you've been building muscle for a while and you're ready to transition into maximal strength training, this episode is for you. Lifting heavy feels completely different from high-volume training, and unders...

Are you pushing yourself hard enough in your resistance training workouts? Or maybe you're pushing too hard and risking injury or burnout? In this episode of the Coaching Corner podcast, I break down exactly what it should feel like to challenge yourself effectively during high volume resistance training to build muscle and get stronger. I'll teach you how to use the reps in reserve (RIR) strategy...

Wondering if you're pushing hard enough in your cardio workouts—or maybe pushing too hard? In this episode, I break down what it actually looks and feels like to challenge yourself appropriately in cardiovascular training. You'll learn the key differences between moderate and high intensity cardio, including specific heart rate ranges, physical sensations to watch for, and the talk test that makes...

Struggling to lose fat despite your best efforts? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm breaking down the five most common mistakes I see clients making in their fat loss journeys—and more importantly, how to fix them so you can finally start seeing the results you deserve. From eating too little (yes, that's a thing!) to skipping strength training and not tracking your food properly, these mista...

Welcome to the Coaching Corner Podcast with Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains)! In this episode, we're diving deep into one of the most important exercises in strength training: the squat. Episode Summary Squats are essential for building total body strength and leg muscle, but this complex movement involves multiple joints working simultaneously, which creates plenty of opportunities for error. In this e...

Are you constantly beating yourself up about your food choices or fitness habits? Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, we're continuing our discussion on how to deshame your relationship with fitness and food. I'm breaking down why shame-based motivation is actually sabotaging your progress, and sharing the positiv...

Do you feel guilty after splurging on food? Does missing a workout send you into a shame spiral? Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I'm breaking down why these feelings happen and—more importantly—how to overcome them. Drawing from my 10+ years as a personal trainer and my own journey through disordered eating, I...

Balance training is one of the most overlooked—but powerful—types of exercise you can add to your fitness routine. In this episode of The Coaching Corner , Jayd Harrison (aka Jaydigains) breaks down why balance training isn’t just for athletes or yogis—it’s essential for anyone looking to improve strength, stability, posture, and overall coordination. From reducing your risk of injury to boosting...

Struggling with setbacks on your fitness journey? Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I break down why failure isn't the enemy—it's actually your most valuable teacher. Just like your muscles need to reach failure to grow stronger, you need setbacks to unlock your next level. I share the mindset shift that separat...

Tired of slouching at your desk and dealing with constant back, neck, and shoulder pain? Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I break down the "cashew shape" posture problem that's plaguing desk workers everywhere and shares her top 5 pulling exercises to combat poor alignment. From beginner-friendly seated cable r...

Think food tracking is only for people with eating disorders or will make you obsessive about food? Think again! In this episode of The Coaching Corner podcast, certified personal trainer Jayd Harrison busts the biggest myths and misconceptions around food tracking, showing you how this powerful tool can actually help you reach your health and fitness goals without the drama. Jayd breaks down two...

Life happens, and sometimes your workout routine gets completely derailed by illness, job changes, family emergencies, or just falling out of your rhythm. If you've been worried about losing all your hard-earned progress during these setbacks, this episode is for you. In this conversation originally from a live Twitch stream, Jayd shares reassuring insights from her 10+ years as a personal trainer...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I'm sharing my 10 favorite exercises for building strong, powerful legs that will transform how you move in everyday life. Your legs are literally the foundation of your body - they carry you everywhere you go. Whether you're climbing stairs, chasing after kids or pets, or carry...

The scale doesn’t define your worth—it’s just a number. Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode, I break down how to reframe the meaning you assign to the scale, why weight gain can actually be a sign of progress, and how mindfulness can help you separate facts from feelings. Perfect for anyone transitioning out of fat...

Hey there! 👋 I'm Jayd Harrison (Jaydigains), personal trainer and host of the Coaching Corner podcast. In this episode of The Coaching Corner , I'm sharing why the ability to say “no” is one of the most underrated skills for fat loss and fitness success. From handling social pressure to breaking old habits, setting boundaries is key to staying on track. I introduce the concept of the “positive no...