Raff's Brain #148: Riffin' with Raff - Fitness Begins at 50 - My Convo with Zachariah Lawson!

On this episode of Riffin’ with Raff, Rob sits down with a relative he recently reconnected with—Miami-based personal trainer Zachariah Lawson—for a raw, real, and energizing conversation about fitness, transformation, and starting again at any age. Zachariah shares his journey from getting cut from sports teams in high school to becoming a bodybuilding competitor and full-time trainer. Rob opens up about approaching 50, struggling to stay consistent, and what finally inspired him to commit to a healthier lifestyle.

This is more than a family chat—it’s the beginning of something new. Tune in to hear the mindset shifts, practical advice, and real talk that might just spark your own transformation. Plus, a new recurring series might be on the horizon…

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Episode Outline:

• Introduction to Zachariah Lawson, family ties and Miami life
• Zachariah’s unexpected path to becoming a personal trainer
• The power of accountability and having the right coach
• Rob’s past fitness milestones and recent struggles
• Getting real about nutrition, not “dieting”
• Making sustainable changes through small, consistent actions
• Tracking macros, understanding maintenance calories, and smart food prep
• Planning workouts around real life: yoga, weights, and flexibility
• Alcohol, fasting, and timing meals for success
• Launching a new fitness accountability journey—together
• Preview of upcoming check-ins and coaching sessions
• Finding joy and confidence through movement and food