We’ve been told to fear the sun. Avoid it. Block it. Hide from it. But what if that advice is one of the biggest health mistakes of our generation? In this myth-busting episode, Dr. Ryan Hewitt takes a no-BS deep dive into the truth about sunshine, and why our cultural fear of it is quietly destroying our health.

Forget everything you thought you knew about UV rays and SPF. From better sleep and brain health to boosted immunity and sharper focus, this episode unpacks why the sun is not just safe in the right doses, it’s vital. If you've been slathering on chemical sunscreen before stepping out the door, you’ll want to hear the science (and common sense) behind this powerful, ancient therapy we’ve been taught to avoid.

In this episode, Dr. Ryan breaks down:

How morning sunlight resets your sleep-wake cycle and hormones

Why nitric oxide from sun exposure is critical for heart and sexual health

The serotonin and dopamine link between sunlight and happiness

Why chemical sunscreens may be doing more harm than good

Practical strategies to build sun tolerance without burning or risking skin damage

“You can't be a healthy human sitting in a dark box breathing recycled air with blue light flashing in your eyes all day. You need the sun.” – Dr. Ryan Hewitt

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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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