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What is meant by the term "overweight"?
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a soldier is considered overweight when there percent body fat exceeds the standard specified in AR 600-9
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Who is responsible for meeting the standards prescribed in AR 600-9?
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Every soldier
self discipline is to maintain proper weight distribution and high standards of appearance are essential to every individual in the Army |
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What are the primary objectives of the Army Weight Control Program?
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Ensure that all personnel;
- are able to meet the physical demands of there duties under combat conditions - present a trim military appearance at all times |
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Name some limitations on personnel that are overweight, including soldiers who become pregnant while in the overweight control program?
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1. are not promotable
2. will not be assigned command, csm or fsg positions 3. are not authorized to attend professional military schools |
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Can a soldier who has been flagged for being overweight or an APFT failure receive an award?
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- a soldier that is flagged for being overweight CANNOT receive an award
- a soldier that is flagged for APFT failure CAN receive an award |
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When is a determination of body fat required to be made on personnel?
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- when there 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 |
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What are 3 reasons why the Army is so concerned about excess body fat?
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1. connotes a lack of personal discipline
2. detracts from military appearance 3. may indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness, or stamina |
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When does enrollment in the weight control program begin?
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on the day the soldier is informed by the unit commander that he or she has been entered into a weight control program
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Tape measures used for taping should be made of what material?
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the tape measure should be made of a non stretchable material
preferably fiberglass; cloth or steel tapes are unacceptable |
