Topic:Weight Control
Question #1:
What is meant by the term "overweight"?
Answer:
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)
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Question #2:
Who is responsible for meeting the standards prescribed in AR 600-9?
Answer:
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)
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Question #3:
What are the primary objectives of the Army Weight Control Program?
Answer:
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)
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Question #4:
Name some limitations on personnel that are overweight, including Soldiers who
become pregnant while on the weight control program?
Answer:
Are non promotable (to the extent such non promotion is permitted by law).
Will not be assigned to command, command sergeant major or first sergeant
positions.
Are not authorized to attend professional military schools.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 11)
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Question #5:
Can a Soldier who has been flagged for being overweight or an APFT failure receive
an award?
Answer:
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)
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Question #6:
When is a determination of percent body fat required to be made on personnel?
Answer:
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)
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Question #7:
What are three reasons why the Army is so concerned about excess body fat?
Answer:
Connotes a lack of personal discipline.
Detracts from military appearance.
May indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness, or stamina.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 1-5 / PDF 7)
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Question #8:
When does enrollment in a weight control program begin?
Answer:
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 600-9September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 12)
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Question #9:
Tape measures used for taping should be made of what material?
Answer:
The tape measures could be made of a non stretchable material, preferably fiberglass;
cloth or steel tapes are unacceptable.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / B-1 / PDF 21)
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Question #10:
How often should soldiers in the weight control program weight in?
Answer:
Monthly to measure progress
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 15)
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Question #11:
What is the required weight loss goal for Soldiers on the Army Weight Control
Program?
Answer:
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)
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Question #12:
What regulation covers the Army Weight Control Program?
Answer:
AR 600-9
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Question #13:
Screening table weights and heights are measured to the nearest what?
Answer:
1/2 pound or 1/2 inch
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)
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Question #14:
What three things must happen when a soldier is determined to be overweight?
Answer:
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
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-2 / PDF 12)
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Question #15:
How often should soldiers be weighed?
Answer:
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)
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Question #16:
Define Tape Test:
Answer:
The method of determining the percent of body fat on a soldier.
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Question #17:
What circumference sites are used for taping male and female soldiers?
Answer:
Male- Abdomen and Neck
Female- Neck, Waist and Hip (largest portion of the protruding buttock)
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / B-5 / PDF 45)
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Question #18:
How many times is each measurement required to be made?
Answer:
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)
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Question #19:
How many people should be utilized in the taping of soldiers?
Answer:
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)
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Question #20:
If circumstances prevent the weighing of soldiers immediately following the APFT,
when can they be weighed?
Answer:
If the circumstances preclude weighing soldiers during the APFT, they should be
weighed within 30days of the APFT.
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)
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Question #21:
It is a requirement that all TDY and PCS orders contain what statement in regards to
weight control?
Answer:
“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)
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Question #22:
In regards to percent body fat, all personnel are encouraged to achieve the more
stringent Department of Defense-wide goal of what?
Answer:
Males - 18%
Females - 26%
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)
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Question #23:
To assist soldiers in meeting the requirements prescribed in AR 600-9, weightscreening tables are used. The screening weight is based on what two considerations?
Answer:
Height and age with separate tables for males and females
(AR 600-9 September 2006 / 3-1 / PDF 10)
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