Are you a woman over 40 wondering if your best fitness years are behind you? Think again. This episode flips the script on aging, strength, and what it means to be truly healthy in your 40s and beyond.

Too many women in midlife find themselves worn down, caught in the “squeeze generation”, caring for both children and aging parents while their own health quietly unravels. Dr. Ryan Hewitt is here to challenge the myths, set the record straight, and give you a clear, empowering roadmap for reclaiming strength, energy, and vitality in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.

In this dynamic follow-up to last week’s episode for men, Dr. Ryan lays out 12 essential fitness benchmarks every woman over 40 should aim for. Drawing from 18 years of clinical experience, personal training insights, and real-life client stories, he explains why muscle is your metabolic insurance policy, and how standards like one strict pull-up or a sub-12-minute mile can transform not just your body, but your life.

Key Takeaways:

• Muscle is your armor against aging, building it is non-negotiable after 40
  

• Real strength means more than walking and yoga, it's time to raise the bar
  

• The “squeeze generation” leaves many women depleted, it's time to reclaim yourself
  

• Benchmarks like pull-ups, deadlifts, and plank holds are your new wellness compass
  

• Explosive power, grip strength, and core endurance predict your long-term independence
  

• “Most women over 40 aren’t broken, they’re just undertrained.” – Dr. Ryan Hewitt

  
  

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In this episode of the Weaponized Body Podcast, Dr. Ryan Hewitt breaks down the 12 essential fitness standards every man over 40 should meet to stay strong, mobile, and hard to kill. Forget the excuses about aging; this is your wake-up call to reclaim your strength, function, and freedom. From pull-ups to deadlifts, VO₂ max to mobility, Dr. Ryan lays out a science-backed blueprint that exposes weakness and builds resilience. Whether you're a dad chasing legacy or a man fighting stagnation, this episode gives you the tools to lead with power and purpose; well into your later years.

Key Takeaways:

1. Age isn’t decline; it’s a test of standards.

2. Pull-ups, push-ups, and squats are non-negotiables.

3. Mobility and core endurance predict independence.

4. VO₂ max and explosive power are longevity multipliers.

5. Fitness after 40 is about freedom, not aesthetics.

“You don’t rise to your goals. You fall to your standards.”

Learn more about Dr. Ryan Hewitt by visiting the following links:

Dr. Ryan Hewitt Website

The Weaponized Body Program

Weaponized wellness HRT

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In this episode of The Weaponized Body Podcast, Dr. Ryan Hewitt breaks down the hype, science, and real-world experience behind peptides; one of the hottest topics in biohacking and modern medicine. With over three years of study and two years of clinical application, Dr. Ryan walks you through what peptides actually are, how they work, and why they’re becoming popular tools for fat loss, muscle gain, cognitive enhancement, and recovery. But don’t get it twisted; these are not miracle drugs. If your fundamentals (like sleep, strength training, protein intake, hydration, and stress management) aren’t dialed in, peptides won’t save you.

From FDA-approved fat loss agents like tirzepatide to anti-aging mitochondrial boosters like MOTS-c, this episode cuts through the noise and gives you practical clarity on how peptides can fit into a high-performance lifestyle; if used responsibly. You'll also hear Dr. Ryan's personal recovery story using BPC-157 and why sourcing from trusted, certified compounding pharmacies is non-negotiable.

Key Takeaways:

1. Peptides act as messengers in the body; not replacements; triggering natural healing, fat loss, and performance mechanisms.
   

2. Lifestyle comes first. Without solid sleep, diet, training, and stress management, peptides are a waste of money.
   

3. There are different types of peptides for fat loss, muscle gain, cognitive support, and injury recovery; each with specific applications and effects.
   

4. Quality and sourcing matter. Only trust peptides from FDA-inspected, cGMP-certified labs with third-party verification.
   

5. Peptides are tools; not cheat codes. Use them only after foundational blood work and hormone health are addressed.

“Peptides aren’t magic; they’re multipliers. They work best when you’ve earned the right to use them by doing the work first.” - Dr. Ryan Hewitt

Learn more about Dr. Ryan Hewitt by visiting the following links:

Dr. Ryan Hewitt Website

The Weaponized Body Program

Weaponized wellness HRT

Instagram
YouTube