600-9

Question 1

What does AR 600-9 cover?

Answer 1

AR 600-9 covers the Army Body Composition Program

Question 2

What is the primary objective of the ABCP?

Answer 2

The primary objective of the ABCP is to achieve and maintain optimal performance for all conditions.

Question 3

What is the secondary objective of the ABCP?

Answer 3

The secondary objective of the ABCP is to assist and maintain operational readiness, fitness, health, and professional military appearance, provide body fat standards, and provide a route for counseling to assist in meeting the standards

Question 4

Where are the male measurement sites?

Answer 4

The male measurement sites are the neck (directly under the Adam’s apple) and waist (directly over the naval)

Question 5

Where are the female measurement sites?

Answer 5

The female measurement sites are located at the neck (directly under the Adam’s apple), waist (directly over the naval), and hips (the largest section)

Question 6

What is the percentage body fat standard for individuals 17-22?

Answer 6

The percentage body fat standard for males is 20% and 30% for females ages 17-22

Question 7

Is spandex permitted to be worn during taping?

Answer 7

In accordance with AR 600-9, spandex is not permitted while taping

Question 8

What form is used for body fat assment?

Answer 8

The DA form 5500 is for males and DA form 5501 is used for females during the taping process

Question 9

How much time does a soldier have to fall within the ABCP specifications after being re-enrolled after 12 months, but before 36 months?

Answer 9

Individuals have 90 to fall within the ABCP’s standards before they are separated

Question 10

After enlistment, how much time does a new soldier have to fall within the ABCP?

Answer 10

A new soldier will have 180 days to fall within the requirements of the ABCP

Question 11

What should a tape be constructed of?

Answer 11

The tape used for measurements should be constructed of fiberglass

Question 12

What is considered satisfactory progress?

Answer 12

Satisfactory progress is considered 3-8lbs or 1% body fat lost per month

Question 13

How long does a commander have to inform their soldier that they have been enrolled into the ABCP?

Answer 13

A commander has three days to inform a soldier that they have been enrolled into the ABCP

Question 14

What are the three counselings associated with being enrolled in the ABCP?

Answer 14

The three counseling that involve being enrolled in the ABCP are notification counseling, soldier action plan, and nutrition counseling

Question 15

What will result in the failure of the ABCP?

Answer 15

Failure in the ABCP will result after 6 months in the ABCP, Soldier still exceeding body fat standards and exhibits less than satisfactory progress
for three or more (nonconsecutive) monthly ABCP assessments.

Question 16

How often will taping occur?

Answer 16

Taping will occur every month but does not have to be a month in separation between tapings

Question 17

What agency is responsible for AR 600-9?

Answer 17

The deputy chief of staff G-1

Question 18

What are some unsafe weight loss strategies?

Answer 18

Fasting/starvation.
Dehydration.
Laxatives
Vomiting
Diet pills.

Question 19

What is the function of a designated unit fitness training NCO or MFT?

Answer 19

Prescribe proper exercise and fitness techniques.
Assist commanders in developing physical fitness programs.
Train other NCOs in proper measuring methodology.

Question 20

How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9?

Answer 20

Will be screened every 6 months.

Question 21

What is the only authorized method of estimating body fat?

Answer 21

Circumference-based tape method outlined in appendix B of AR 600-9.

Question 22

What are Commanders authorized to use as a screening tool in order to expedite the semi-annual testing process?

Answer 22

Weight and height table in appendix B.

Question 23

Which Soldiers are exempt from the requirements of AR 600-9?

Answer 23

Amputees.
Pregnant and postpartum.
Prolonged hospitalization.
New recruits.

Question 24

What will Soldiers in the ABCP be given to help them meet standards?

Answer 24

Exercise guidance by the MFT.
Nutrition counseling by dietitian.
Assistance in behavioral modification.

Question 25

What are some of the consequences of the Soldier being flagged for body fat?

Answer 25

They are non-promotable.
They will not be assigned to command positions.
They are not authorized to attend military schools and institutional training courses.

Question 26

When a soldier is separated due to the ABCP, what is their characterization of service?

Answer 26

Honorable discharge

Question 27

What does the term overweight mean?

Answer 27

A soldier is considered overweight when his or her percent body fat exceeds the standard specified in AR 600-9.

Question 28

When is a determination of percent body fat required to be made on personnel?

Answer 28

When their body weight exceeds the screening table weight.

Question 29

What are three reasons why the Army is so concerned about excess body fat?

Answer 29

Connotes a lack of personal discipline, detracts from military appearance, and may indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness, or stamina.

Question 30

Screening table weights and heights are measured to the nearest what?

Answer 30

1/2 pound or 1/2 inch

Question 31

Define Tape Test:

Answer 31

The method of determining the percent of body fat on a soldier.

Question 32

To assist soldiers in meeting the requirements prescribed in AR 600-9, weight-screening tables are used. The screening weight is based on what two considerations?

Answer 32

Height and age with separate tables for males and females