Weight Control

Front 1

What is meant by the term "overweight"?

Back 1

A Soldier is considered overweight when his or her percent body fat exceeds the standard
specified in AR 600-9.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / Glossary / PDF 55)

Front 2

Who is responsible for meeting the standards prescribed in AR 600-9?

Back 2

Every Soldier. (Commissioned Officer, Warrant Officer and Enlisted). Self discipline to maintain
proper weight distribution and high standards of appearance are essential to every individual in
the Army.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 2-1 / PDF 7)

Front 3

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

Back 3

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.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 1-5 / PDF 7)

Front 4

Name some limitations on personnel that are overweight, including Soldiers who become
pregnant while on the weight control program.

Back 4

1. Are nonpromotable (to the extent such nonpromotion is permitted by law).
2. Will not be assigned to command, command sergeant major or first sergeant positions.
3. Are not authorized to attend professional military schools.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 11)

Front 5

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

Back 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
(AR 600-8-2 Dec 2004 / 1-15 / PDF 10)

Front 6

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

Back 6

 When their body weight exceeds the screening table weight.
 When the unit commander or supervisor determines that the individual's appearance suggests
that body fat is excessive.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 12)

Front 7

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

Back 7

1. Connotes a lack of personal discipline.
2. Detracts from military appearance.
3. May indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness, or stamina.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 1-5 / PDF 7)

Front 8

When does enrollment in a weight control program begin?

Back 8

On the day that the Soldier is informed by the unit commander that he or she has been entered
into a weight control program.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 12)

Front 9

Tape measures used for taping should be made of what material?

Back 9

The tape measure should be made of a nonstretchable material, preferably fiberglass; cloth or
steel tapes are unacceptable.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / B-1 / PDF 21)

Front 10

How often should Soldiers in the weight control program weigh in?

Back 10

Monthly to measure progress
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 15)

Front 11

What is the required weight loss goal for Soldiers on the Army Weight Control Program?

Back 11

The required weight loss goal of 3 to 8 pounds per month is considered a safely attainable goal to
enable Soldiers to lose excess body fat and meet the body fat standards
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 15)

Front 12

What regulation covers the Army Weight Control Program?

Back 12

AR 600-9

Front 13

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

Back 13

1 pound or 1 inch
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)

Front 14

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

Back 14

1. 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.
2. Entered into weight control program by unit commanders
3. Flagged by the Commander under the provisions of AR 600-8-2
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 12)

Front 15

How often should Soldiers be weighed?

Back 15

A Soldier should be weighed when they take the APFT or at least every six months
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 9)

Front 16

Define Tape Test:

Back 16

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

Front 17

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

Back 17

 Male- Abdomen and Neck
 Female- Neck, Waist and Hip (largest portion of the protruding buttock)
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / B-5 / PDF 45)

Front 18

How many times is each measurement required to be made?

Back 18

Three times (Each sequential measurement will be within 1/2 inch of the next or previous
measurement.)
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / B-3 / PDF 21)

Front 19

How many people should be utilized in the taping of Soldiers?

Back 19

Two, one to place the tape measure and determine the measurements, the other to assure
proper placement and tension of the tape, as well as to record the measurement on the
worksheet
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / B-1 / PDF 21)

Front 20

If circumstances prevent the weighing of Soldiers immediately following the APFT, when can
they be weighed?

Back 20

If the circumstances preclude weighing Soldiers during the APFT, they should be weighed within
30 days of the APFT.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)

Front 21

It is a requirement that all TDY and PCS orders contain what statement in regards to weight
control?

Back 21

“You are responsible for reporting to your next duty station/school in satisfactory physical
condition, able to pass the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) and meet weight standards.”
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 2-14 / PDF 9)

Front 22

In regards to percent body fat, all personnel are encouraged to achieve the more stringent
Department of Defense-wide goal of what?

Back 22

 Males - 18%
 Females - 26%
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)

Front 23

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?

Back 23

Height and age with separate tables for males and females
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)