Army Competition Board Study AR 600-9 Army Body Composition Program
AR 600-9 covers the Army Body Composition Program, establishing standards for height, weight, and body fat to ensure Soldiers maintain physical readiness. It outlines procedures for assessment and enrollment in the program.
What regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program?
AR 600-9
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What regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program?
AR 600-9
What does AR 600-9 cover?
The Army Body Composition Program
What does ABCP stand for?
Army Body Composition Program
What is the primary objective of the ABCP?
To ensure all soldiers achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all circumstances.
What are the secondary objectives of the ABCP?
Assist in establishing and maintains optimal readiness, physical fitness, health and military appearance.
Establishes body fat standards.
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What agency is responsible for AR 600-9
The deputy chief of staff G-1
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What regulation covers the Army Body Composition Program? | AR 600-9 |
What does AR 600-9 cover? | The Army Body Composition Program |
What does ABCP stand for? | Army Body Composition Program |
What is the primary objective of the ABCP? | To ensure all soldiers achieve and maintain optimal well-being and performance under all circumstances. |
What are the secondary objectives of the ABCP? | Assist in establishing and maintains optimal readiness, physical fitness, health and military appearance. |
What agency is responsible for AR 600-9 | The deputy chief of staff G-1 |
What is the function of a designated unit fitness training NCO or MFT? | Prescribe proper exercise and fitness techniques. |
How often will Soldiers be screened IAW AR 600-9? | Will be screened every 6 months. |
What is the only authorized method of estimating body fat? | Circumference-based tape method outlined in appendix B of AR 600-9. |
What are Commanders authorized to use as a screening tool in order to expedite the semi-annual testing process? | Weight and height table in appendix B. |
Which Soldiers are exempt from the requirements of AR 600-9? | Amputees. |
How long do new recruits have to meet body fat standards? | 180 days |
What is the male body fat assessment worksheet? | DA form 5500 |
What is the DA form 5501? | Female body fat assessment worksheet. |
What will Soldiers in the ABCP be given to help them meet standards? | Exercise guidance by the MFT. |
How long does the Commander have to flag the soldier for failing to meet body fat standards? | 3 working days |
What are some of the consequences of the Soldier being flagged for body fat? | They are non-promotable. |
What is the maximum allowable body fat percentage for age group 21-27? | Male 22%, Female 32% |
Where do you tape a male? | Neck and abdomen |
Where do you tape a female? | neck, waist, and hip |
What are some unsafe weight loss strategies? | Fasting/starvation. Dehydration. Laxatives Vomiting Diet pills. |
What is considered a ABCP program failure? | Less than satisfactory progress on consecutive assessments Still exceeds standards after 6 months. |
What is a safely attainable goal for weight loss? | 1 percent per month. |
How often must commanders conduct an assessment to measure Soldier weight loss progress? | Every 30 days. |
Can males tape females? | Yes, with female chaperone |
When a soldier is separated due to the ABCP, what is their characterization of service? | Honorable discharge |
If a soldier fails body fat standards after 12 months but before 36 months after completing the ABCP, what happens? | The soldier will have 3 months to get back within regulation. |