If you are 18 years old you will look in the 17 20 age group column. More often the physical activities of the army ensure their weight and body fat composition stays within limits. Male height and weight standards. The individuals circumference value and height in inches are then matched up in the armys body fat percentage chart as seen in the army weight control program. Related article how to lose weight for the military. Injury from weight bearing activity and are more likely to perform at an optimal level.
The tape will be 14 to 12 inch wide not exceeding 12 inch and a minimum of 5 to 6 feet in length. Male tape measurement illustration page 28. Use the height and weight chart below to see if you meet the army standards. A retractable fiberglass tape is the best type for measuring all areas. Height and weight page 20 c. There you will find the maximum weight allowed for your height in your age group.
O changes the name of the regulation from the army weight control program to the. Soldiers will meet army body composition standards as prescribed in this regulation for the individual and collective benefit to themselves their unit and the entire army. First find your height in inches using the left most column. Keeping within the weights and height standards of the army is a must for both active duty and reserve soldier. To find you maximum weight go to the column corresponding to your age group. Then right next to it youll see the minimum weight allowed.
Test failure army personnel who fail to meet the body fat tape test standards will be provided with counseling and education sessions on maintaining proper weight and body fat.