Weight Control

Question 1

What is meant by the term “overweight”?

Answer 1

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

Question 2

What circumference sites are used for taping male and female soldiers?

Answer 2

Male- Abdomen and Neck

Female- Neck, Waist and Hip (largest portion of the protruding buttock)

Question 3

What three things must happen when a soldier is determined to be overweight?

Answer 3

Will be provided exercise guidance, dietary information or weight reduction counseling by health care personnel, and assistance in behavioral modification, as appropriate, to help them attain the requirements of the Army.
Entered into weight control program by unit commanders
Flagged by the Commander under the provisions of AR 600-8-22

Question 4

What are the primary objectives of the Army Weight Control Program?

Answer 4

Ensure that all personnel:
Are able to meet the physical demands of their duties under combat conditions
Present a trim military appearance at all times.

Question 5

Can a Soldier who has been flagged for being overweight or an APFT failure receive an award?

Answer 5

A Soldier that is flagged for being overweight cannot receive an award.
A Soldier that is flagged for APFT failure can receive an award

Question 6

How often should soldiers in the weight control program weight in?

Answer 6

Monthly to measure progress

Question 7

How often should soldiers be weighed?

Answer 7

A soldier should be weighed when they take the APFT or at least every six months