The First 5IVE Podcast

The First 5IVE Podcast

By Kareem "Coach K" RawlinsEducationSelf-Improvement
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The First 5IVE Podcast episodes

  • The First 5IVE Podcast | Rise Above - Interview with Vincent "Vinny" Rojas

    Welcome back to the First 5IVE Podcast!


    Join us as we sit down with the one and only Vincent "Vinny" Rojas, a personal trainer and fitness instructor in Montreal, Canada.


    As a multi-sport athlete from a young age, Vinny has carried his determined spirit and energetic personality into a coaching role, helping clients to push their limits and achieve their best.


    We discuss his experiences, his influences, and his impact on the community and the timely advice he has for fellow fitness professionals.

    Tap in tune in now!


    Ladies in gentlemen, you are now in the building with Coach K

    42 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast - "I DARE YOU": Interview with Emilie Dare

    🎙️ FIRST 5IVE PODCAST – "I DARE YOU"

    From saving lives…to transforming them through movement.

    This week, we sit down with Emilie Dare — a powerhouse in both the medical world and the fitness space.

    Paramedic.
    Master Trainer.
    Pilates reformer specialist.
    And someone who’s redefining what strength really looks like.

    We’re diving into:

    • The shift from emergency response → empowering people through breath and movement
    • The truth about Pilates vs traditional strength training
    • Breaking stereotypes in fitness (yes, we talk about men in Pilates 👀)
    • Building JunctionFIT and what it really stands for
    • Mental health, adversity, and showing up when it’s hardest

    This one is deeper than reps and sets…

    It’s about impact, identity, and pushing past limits — one step, one rep, and one breath at a time.

    🎧 Tap in. Lock in. Don’t miss this one.

    59 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast - Your Past Is Not Your Present or Your Future

    Welcome back to The First 5IVE Podcast!


    This episode of First 5ive Podcast is your reminder to stop living in the past and start choosing forward progress. Missed shots, mistakes, wasted time, and lost opportunities happen to all of us — but resilience is built when you stop dwelling, learn the lesson, and keep moving.

    We’re diving into mindset, choice, growth, and the power of bouncing back so you can become stronger, wiser, and more intentional in the present. Because you are not defined by what happened — you are defined by what you choose next.



    7 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast | Men's Mental Health Awareness

    Welcome back to The First 5IVE Podcast!


    November is Men’s Mental Health month and we are bringing awareness to the struggles that men are navigating through mentally and emotionally, and allowing room for conversations to be established, amplified, and continued

    The stats speak for themselves - men worldwide are affected in more ways than one, in more ways than you think, resulting in more tragedies than we can even imagine

    Join us for the start of a conversation that has much more room to build upon - we'll start it and hope it continues

    8 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast S7E2: Mental Health Matters - Taming the Taboo Pt 2

    Welcome back to The First 5IVE!


    Part 2 of the conversation continues with Laura Dellicolli as we discuss more surrounding the topic of mental health, suicide and depression, how we can support those going through a difficult time, and the importance of asking "how are you?"

    As the month of September is Suicide Prevention/Awareness Month, we want to take the time to offer our sincerest support and encouragement to those who may have been affected in some way.

    Speak up, ask for help, and always be kind - you never know what people are going through.

    Leave a comment below and let us know what you think!

    31 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast S7E2 - Mental Health Matters: Taming the Taboo Pt 1

    Welcome back to The First 5IVE Podcast!


    Today's episode is part 1 of our conversation with Laura Dellicolli, a PharmD and Head Pharmacist at Jean Coutu in Montreal, as we discuss the taboos surrounding mental health, how pharmacists play a role in assisting clients, and why showing support for those who are struggling is necessary more than ever today.

    Part 2 of the conversation will be available on Thursday so stay tuned for that!


    Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts!

    31 min
  • S7E01 - Be Louder than The Voices in Your Head

    Welcome back to a NEW season of the First 5IVE Podcast!


    After a lengthy hiatus, Coach K is back and ready leave YOU the listening audience with gems that you can take apply right away to make the everyday struggle more manageable!


    In this episode, we keep it short, sweet, and to the point on the topic of turning those voices of doubt all the way down and maintaining your focus on what's ahead as you continue to build the best version of you!


    The First 5IVE Podcast is available on all streaming platforms including Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, and YouTube

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    9 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast S6E10 - Interview with Sam Romiti Pt 2

    The conversation continues with our guest Samantha Romiti on this week's episode of The First 5IVE Podcast - here is part 2

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    Feedback is always welcome - let us know your thoughts on the episode and other episodes of The First 5IVE Podcast

    We're always striving to bring you the best to help you be your best - one step, one rep, and one breath at a time

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    Make sure to follow us on Instagram at @thefirst5ivepodcast and @goodfitt_fitness respectively



    50 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast S6E10 | Interview with Sam Romiti Pt 1

    Welcome back to The First 5IVE!


    This week, our interview comes live at Counterback Studio in Montreal as we sit down and chop it up with boxing coach and trainer Samantha Romiti

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    From her days playing elite basketball to being trained by a well-known former fighter and coach in boxing, Sam has had her fair share of challenges both in and out of the ring, having to navigate major changes in her personal life at a young age

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    With a solid foundation of support and a determined spirit, she met obstacles face to face and committed to bettering herself one round at a time which garnered her the opportunities to turn her struggles into success, demonstrating the power of self-belief

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    Here are parts 1 and 2 of this gem-filled conversation now available for your listening pleasure


    Tap In | Tune In | And let's get this work


    47 min
  • The First 5IVE Podcast S6E9 - Interview with Louka Kurcer
    Welcome back to The First 5IVE Podcast!
    Join us as we sit down with the Kettlebell Beast himself Louka Kurcer, Head Trainer and Owner of Kettlebell Club in Montreal!
    We discuss his come-up, the effectiveness of kettlebell training, mental health maintenance, and how his adversity has fuelled him to true success which has translated into inspiration for his clients, the community, and his family
    From being incarcerated to overcoming obstacles and tapping into physical activity as a means of strengthening himself mentally and emotionally, Louka has been and continues to be an impact player leading by example for others who have experienced similar challenges
    Tap In | Tune In | And Let’s Get This Work
    52 min

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