August 18, 2025 • 21 mins
In this episode, we aren't going to just ask and answer a bunch of questions about AR 600-9. No, we are going to focus on questions that are at a difficulty level that every PFC should be able to answer.
The episode is broken into 3 chapters:
The Pre-Test
The Lesson
Repetition
Feel free to jump into the Pre-Test, and if you know everything, skip to the next difficulty level. If you want to know more about a question, stick around for the Lesson, where we will teach you what everything means. Then we'll help you have it down consciously and sub-consciously in the Repetition chapter.
The questions we are going over are:
How does the ABCP address pregnancy?
What are the requirements for Soldiers hospitalized for 30 days or more?
What actions are required when a Soldier is found exceeding the body fat standards?
What is the process for notification and counseling when a Soldier is enrolled?
What are the required actions for commanders after determining a Soldier exceeds body fat standards?
What must happen within 3 working days of identifying a Soldier as noncompliant?
How long does a commander have to counsel and enroll a Soldier in the ABCP?
What is the retention period for ABCP documents in iPERMS?
Who may grant exceptions to policy for AR 600-9?
What DA Form is used to flag a Soldier for ABCP noncompliance?
What are DA Forms 5500 and 5501 used for?
What are the key components of the ABCP?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for male soldiers age 17-20?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for male soldiers age 21-27?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for male soldiers age 28-39?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for male soldiers age 40 plus?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for female soldiers age 17-20?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for female soldiers age 21-27?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for female soldiers age 28-39?
What is the maximum body fat percentage allowed for female soldiers age 40 plus?
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(00:00):
Welcome to the Board Questions Podcast where you can study for
your promotion or Soldier of theMonth board while driving,
commuting, or playing video games.
Today we will be focusing on questions about the Army Body
Composition program that every E3 Private First Class and above
should know as they get a handleon their day-to-day tasks.
(00:20):
Each of these episodes will start with a pretest chapter,
and if you confidently answer every question, move on to the
next most difficult episode and test yourself there.
If you didn't stick around and start the lesson chapter where
we will teach you each of the answers in the lesson phase.
Then the retest chapter will give you a chance to try again.
(00:41):
If you want to solidify your answers subconsciously, the
repetition chapter will repeat the questions and answers, and
you can solidify what you've just learned by repeating them
out loud. Let's get started with the
pretest, the pretest chapter. Question One.
What are the standards of the Army Body Composition Program?
(01:03):
Soldiers are required to meet the prescribed body fat
standards listed in Appendix B of AR 600 to 9.
Question 2. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
(01:23):
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
Question three. What must soldiers do within 14
days of notification counseling?The soldier has 14 days to read
the online U.S. Army Public Health Command Yuzak
Technical Guide TG358 Question 4How long does a soldier have to
(01:50):
meet with a dietitian? Or healthcare provider.
The Soldier has 30 days after enrollment in the ABCP to meet
with a dietitian or healthcare provider.
Question 5. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(02:13):
Question 6 What is considered satisfactory progress in the
ABCP? Satisfactory progress is defined
as a monthly weight loss of either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body
fat. Question 7.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
(02:34):
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. Question 8.
What is the policy on temporary medical conditions that affect
weight or body fat loss? If a temporary medical condition
(02:55):
exists that directly causes weight gain or prevents weight
or body fat loss, the soldier must obtain documentation from
a. Healthcare provider.
And the commander may suspend ABCP enrollment.
Question 9. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
(03:18):
physical activity, and behavior modification.
Question 10. What Army publication covers the
Army body composition program? AR 600 to 9.
Question 11. How must exempt soldiers
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
(03:40):
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
Question 12. When does enrollment in the ABCP
start? Enrollment starts on the day the
soldier is notified by the unit commander.
Question 13. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(04:03):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided. By a healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. Question 14.
What are the reenlistment and extension criteria for soldiers
who fail to meet standards? Soldiers who fail to meet body
(04:23):
fat standards are not eligible for reenlistment or extension
unless a waiver is granted by the proper authority.
The Lesson Chapter If you feel confident in your answers in the
pretest, skip this episode and move on to the next episode
where the questions will be a little.
Harder. If you want to learn more, let's
dive into the lesson chapter. We will ask the question again,
(04:47):
give you the answer, and then explain why that is the correct
answer and what it actually means for you.
The soldier question one What are the standards of the Army
Body Composition program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. The standards in Appendix B
(05:08):
provide age and gender specific limits for body fat percentage.
These numbers are based on what is considered healthy and
sustainable. Soldiers who exceed these limits
must enter the ABCP and if they don't make progress, they may
face separation or other administrative actions.
Question 2. What must the Soldier be advised
(05:31):
of during notification counseling?
The Soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
This counseling clarifies that although initial enrollment does
not stop career progression, failure to show improvement may
(05:52):
lead to consequences such as separation or a bar to continued
service. Question Three.
What must Soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling
the soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army public health command yuzaftechnical guide TG358 this guide
(06:14):
provides information on sleep, activity, and nutrition Soldiers
are expected to learn from this source to support healthy and
sustainable weight loss in line with army expectations.
Question 4 How long does a soldier have to meet with a
dietitian or. Health care provider.
The soldier has 30 days after enrollment in the ABCP to meet
(06:37):
with a dietitian. Or health care provider.
This counseling session is important to create a customized
and healthy plan for weight lossor body fat reduction.
If followed, it helps prevent injuries or unhealthy behavior.
Question 5. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored While enrolled in the ABCP, progress will be evaluated
(07:01):
by the commander every 30 days. This monthly check ensures that
the Soldier remains focused on improving and that commanders
have up to date data on progresstoward meeting standards.
Question 6. What is considered satisfactory
progress in the ABCP? Satisfactory progress is defined
as a monthly weight loss of either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body
(07:24):
fat. These goals are based on safe
and achievable health standards.Soldiers who meet these
expectations are considered compliant and making acceptable
progress. Question 7.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
(07:46):
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. The removal process also
includes education, emphasizing that falling back out of
standards within 12 to 36 monthscan lead to consequences.
It's both an administrative closure and a preventive step
for long term compliance. Question 8.
(08:10):
What is the policy on temporary medical conditions that affect
weight or body fat loss if a temporary medical condition
exists that directly causes weight gain or prevents weight
or body fat loss, the soldier must obtain documentation from
a. Healthcare provider.
And the commander may suspend ABCP enrollment.
This ensures that soldiers dealing with legitimate medical
(08:32):
issues are not unfairly penalized once cleared.
By a provider. The soldier is expected to
resume participation or be evaluated for administrative
separation if still non compliant.
Question 9. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
(08:55):
physical activity, and behavior modification.
These three parts work together to support lasting weight loss
and body fat reduction. Proper nutrition fuels the body.
Physical activity burns caloriesand builds strength, and
behavior changes help soldiers maintain healthy habits long
term. Question 10.
(09:16):
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program AR
600 to 9? This regulation outlines all
standards, procedures, responsibilities, and
consequences related to body composition in the Army.
Every soldier and leader should be familiar with it to maintain
compliance and readiness. Question 11.
(09:40):
How must exempt Soldiers maintain a soldierly appearance?
Maintain a professional and soldierly appearance while in
uniform. Even though some soldiers are
exempt from body fat standards, they are still expected to look
professional in uniform. This requirement helps maintain
unit discipline and appearance. A soldierly appearance reflects
(10:01):
military bearing and supports the trust the public places in
the Army. Question 12.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. The date of notification begins.
All timelines associated with counseling, dietary
appointments, and monthly assessments.
(10:24):
It is also the point from which progress and compliance are
officially tracked. Question 13.
What happens if a registered dietitian is not available?
If a registered dietitian is notavailable, nutrition and weight
reduction counseling may be provided.
By a healthcare provider. To include nurse practitioners,
physician's assistants, or medical doctors.
(10:47):
This ensures that soldiers stillreceive proper nutritional
counseling even if dietitians are not available at their
location. It keeps the program accessible
across different duty stations. The repetition chapter if it
took you a second to answer those questions, would recommend
staying around for a rapid fire repetition of the questions.
(11:08):
Feel free to move on to the nextdifficulty anytime you feel like
you have this down. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
(11:28):
The soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?
The soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army Public Health Command YuzakTechnical Guide TG358 How long
(11:56):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or healthcare.
Provider the. Soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian.
Or healthcare provider. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(12:16):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
(12:38):
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. What is the policy on temporary
medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss if a
temporary medical condition exists that directly causes
weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the soldier
must obtain documentation from a.
Healthcare provider. And the commander may suspend
(12:59):
ABCP enrollment. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
physical activity, and behavior modification.
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program?
AR 600 to 9. How must exempt soldiers
(13:21):
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(13:42):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided by a. Healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. What are the reenlistment and
extension criteria for soldiers who fail to meet standards?
Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible
for reenlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by
(14:04):
the proper authority. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The Soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
(14:25):
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling
the soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army public health command yuzaftechnical guide TG358 how long
(14:49):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or.
Healthcare provider. The soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian.
Or healthcare provider. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(15:09):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the Soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
(15:31):
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. What is the policy on temporary
medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss?
If a temporary medical conditionexists that directly causes
weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the soldier
must obtain documentation from a.
Healthcare provider. And the commander may suspend
(15:52):
ABCP enrollment. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
physical activity, and behavior modification.
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program?
AR 600 to 9. How must exempt soldiers
(16:15):
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(16:35):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided by a. Healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. What are the RE enlistment and
extension criteria for soldiers who fail to meet standards?
Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible
for RE enlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by
(16:57):
the proper authority. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
(17:18):
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?
The soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army Public Health Command YuzakTechnical Guide TG358 how long
(17:42):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or.
Healthcare provider. The soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian or healthcare.
Provider. How often?
Is a Soldiers progress monitoredwhile enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(18:02):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
(18:24):
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. What is the policy on temporary
medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss if a
temporary medical condition exists that directly causes
weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the soldier
must obtain documentation from a.
Healthcare provider. And the commander may suspend
(18:45):
ABCP enrollment. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
physical activity, and behavior modification.
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program?
AR 600 to 9. How must exempt soldiers
(19:08):
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(19:28):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided by a. Healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. What are the reenlistment and
extension criteria for soldiers who fail to meet standards?
Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible
for reenlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by
(19:50):
the proper authority. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The Soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
(20:11):
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?
The soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army Public Health Command YuzakTechnical guide TG358 How long
(20:35):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or healthcare.
Provider. The soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian.
Or healthcare provider. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the Commander every 30 days.
(20:55):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
That's it for today's episode. Thanks for studying with the
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(21:17):
your unit.
Welcome to the Board Questions Podcast where you can study for
your promotion or Soldier of theMonth board while driving,
commuting, or playing video games.
Today we will be focusing on questions about the Army Body
Composition program that every E3 Private First Class and above
should know as they get a handleon their day-to-day tasks.
(00:20):
Each of these episodes will start with a pretest chapter,
and if you confidently answer every question, move on to the
next most difficult episode and test yourself there.
If you didn't stick around and start the lesson chapter where
we will teach you each of the answers in the lesson phase.
Then the retest chapter will give you a chance to try again.
(00:41):
If you want to solidify your answers subconsciously, the
repetition chapter will repeat the questions and answers, and
you can solidify what you've just learned by repeating them
out loud. Let's get started with the
pretest, the pretest chapter. Question One.
What are the standards of the Army Body Composition Program?
(01:03):
Soldiers are required to meet the prescribed body fat
standards listed in Appendix B of AR 600 to 9.
Question 2. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
(01:23):
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
Question three. What must soldiers do within 14
days of notification counseling?The soldier has 14 days to read
the online U.S. Army Public Health Command Yuzak
Technical Guide TG358 Question 4How long does a soldier have to
(01:50):
meet with a dietitian? Or healthcare provider.
The Soldier has 30 days after enrollment in the ABCP to meet
with a dietitian or healthcare provider.
Question 5. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(02:13):
Question 6 What is considered satisfactory progress in the
ABCP? Satisfactory progress is defined
as a monthly weight loss of either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body
fat. Question 7.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
(02:34):
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. Question 8.
What is the policy on temporary medical conditions that affect
weight or body fat loss? If a temporary medical condition
(02:55):
exists that directly causes weight gain or prevents weight
or body fat loss, the soldier must obtain documentation from
a. Healthcare provider.
And the commander may suspend ABCP enrollment.
Question 9. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
(03:18):
physical activity, and behavior modification.
Question 10. What Army publication covers the
Army body composition program? AR 600 to 9.
Question 11. How must exempt soldiers
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
(03:40):
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
Question 12. When does enrollment in the ABCP
start? Enrollment starts on the day the
soldier is notified by the unit commander.
Question 13. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(04:03):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided. By a healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. Question 14.
What are the reenlistment and extension criteria for soldiers
who fail to meet standards? Soldiers who fail to meet body
(04:23):
fat standards are not eligible for reenlistment or extension
unless a waiver is granted by the proper authority.
The Lesson Chapter If you feel confident in your answers in the
pretest, skip this episode and move on to the next episode
where the questions will be a little.
Harder. If you want to learn more, let's
dive into the lesson chapter. We will ask the question again,
(04:47):
give you the answer, and then explain why that is the correct
answer and what it actually means for you.
The soldier question one What are the standards of the Army
Body Composition program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. The standards in Appendix B
(05:08):
provide age and gender specific limits for body fat percentage.
These numbers are based on what is considered healthy and
sustainable. Soldiers who exceed these limits
must enter the ABCP and if they don't make progress, they may
face separation or other administrative actions.
Question 2. What must the Soldier be advised
(05:31):
of during notification counseling?
The Soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
This counseling clarifies that although initial enrollment does
not stop career progression, failure to show improvement may
(05:52):
lead to consequences such as separation or a bar to continued
service. Question Three.
What must Soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling
the soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army public health command yuzaftechnical guide TG358 this guide
(06:14):
provides information on sleep, activity, and nutrition Soldiers
are expected to learn from this source to support healthy and
sustainable weight loss in line with army expectations.
Question 4 How long does a soldier have to meet with a
dietitian or. Health care provider.
The soldier has 30 days after enrollment in the ABCP to meet
(06:37):
with a dietitian. Or health care provider.
This counseling session is important to create a customized
and healthy plan for weight lossor body fat reduction.
If followed, it helps prevent injuries or unhealthy behavior.
Question 5. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored While enrolled in the ABCP, progress will be evaluated
(07:01):
by the commander every 30 days. This monthly check ensures that
the Soldier remains focused on improving and that commanders
have up to date data on progresstoward meeting standards.
Question 6. What is considered satisfactory
progress in the ABCP? Satisfactory progress is defined
as a monthly weight loss of either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body
(07:24):
fat. These goals are based on safe
and achievable health standards.Soldiers who meet these
expectations are considered compliant and making acceptable
progress. Question 7.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
(07:46):
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. The removal process also
includes education, emphasizing that falling back out of
standards within 12 to 36 monthscan lead to consequences.
It's both an administrative closure and a preventive step
for long term compliance. Question 8.
(08:10):
What is the policy on temporary medical conditions that affect
weight or body fat loss if a temporary medical condition
exists that directly causes weight gain or prevents weight
or body fat loss, the soldier must obtain documentation from
a. Healthcare provider.
And the commander may suspend ABCP enrollment.
This ensures that soldiers dealing with legitimate medical
(08:32):
issues are not unfairly penalized once cleared.
By a provider. The soldier is expected to
resume participation or be evaluated for administrative
separation if still non compliant.
Question 9. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
(08:55):
physical activity, and behavior modification.
These three parts work together to support lasting weight loss
and body fat reduction. Proper nutrition fuels the body.
Physical activity burns caloriesand builds strength, and
behavior changes help soldiers maintain healthy habits long
term. Question 10.
(09:16):
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program AR
600 to 9? This regulation outlines all
standards, procedures, responsibilities, and
consequences related to body composition in the Army.
Every soldier and leader should be familiar with it to maintain
compliance and readiness. Question 11.
(09:40):
How must exempt Soldiers maintain a soldierly appearance?
Maintain a professional and soldierly appearance while in
uniform. Even though some soldiers are
exempt from body fat standards, they are still expected to look
professional in uniform. This requirement helps maintain
unit discipline and appearance. A soldierly appearance reflects
(10:01):
military bearing and supports the trust the public places in
the Army. Question 12.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. The date of notification begins.
All timelines associated with counseling, dietary
appointments, and monthly assessments.
(10:24):
It is also the point from which progress and compliance are
officially tracked. Question 13.
What happens if a registered dietitian is not available?
If a registered dietitian is notavailable, nutrition and weight
reduction counseling may be provided.
By a healthcare provider. To include nurse practitioners,
physician's assistants, or medical doctors.
(10:47):
This ensures that soldiers stillreceive proper nutritional
counseling even if dietitians are not available at their
location. It keeps the program accessible
across different duty stations. The repetition chapter if it
took you a second to answer those questions, would recommend
staying around for a rapid fire repetition of the questions.
(11:08):
Feel free to move on to the nextdifficulty anytime you feel like
you have this down. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
(11:28):
The soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?
The soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army Public Health Command YuzakTechnical Guide TG358 How long
(11:56):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or healthcare.
Provider the. Soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian.
Or healthcare provider. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(12:16):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
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potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. What is the policy on temporary
medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss if a
temporary medical condition exists that directly causes
weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the soldier
must obtain documentation from a.
Healthcare provider. And the commander may suspend
(12:59):
ABCP enrollment. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
physical activity, and behavior modification.
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program?
AR 600 to 9. How must exempt soldiers
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maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(13:42):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided by a. Healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. What are the reenlistment and
extension criteria for soldiers who fail to meet standards?
Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible
for reenlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by
(14:04):
the proper authority. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The Soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
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bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling
the soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army public health command yuzaftechnical guide TG358 how long
(14:49):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or.
Healthcare provider. The soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian.
Or healthcare provider. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(15:09):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the Soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
(15:31):
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. What is the policy on temporary
medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss?
If a temporary medical conditionexists that directly causes
weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the soldier
must obtain documentation from a.
Healthcare provider. And the commander may suspend
(15:52):
ABCP enrollment. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
physical activity, and behavior modification.
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program?
AR 600 to 9. How must exempt soldiers
(16:15):
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(16:35):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided by a. Healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. What are the RE enlistment and
extension criteria for soldiers who fail to meet standards?
Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible
for RE enlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by
(16:57):
the proper authority. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
(17:18):
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?
The soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army Public Health Command YuzakTechnical Guide TG358 how long
(17:42):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or.
Healthcare provider. The soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian or healthcare.
Provider. How often?
Is a Soldiers progress monitoredwhile enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the commander every 30 days.
(18:02):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
What happens when a soldier is removed from the ABCP?
The commander will remove the DAForm 268 and counsel the soldier
on the importance of maintainingbody composition and the
(18:24):
potential for future RE enrollment if standards are not
maintained. What is the policy on temporary
medical conditions that affect weight or body fat loss if a
temporary medical condition exists that directly causes
weight gain or prevents weight or body fat loss, the soldier
must obtain documentation from a.
Healthcare provider. And the commander may suspend
(18:45):
ABCP enrollment. What are three key components of
a healthful and safe weight lossprogram?
A healthful and safe weight lossprogram includes nutrition,
physical activity, and behavior modification.
What Army publication covers theArmy body composition program?
AR 600 to 9. How must exempt soldiers
(19:08):
maintain a soldierly appearance?Maintain a professional and
soldierly appearance while in uniform.
When does enrollment in the ABCPstart?
Enrollment starts on the day thesoldier is notified by the unit
commander. What happens if a registered
dietitian is not available? If a registered dietitian is not
(19:28):
available, nutrition and weight reduction counseling may be
provided by a. Healthcare provider.
To include nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or
medical doctors. What are the reenlistment and
extension criteria for soldiers who fail to meet standards?
Soldiers who fail to meet body fat standards are not eligible
for reenlistment or extension unless a waiver is granted by
(19:50):
the proper authority. What are the standards of the
Army Body Composition Program? Soldiers are required to meet
the prescribed body fat standards listed in Appendix B
of AR 600 to 9. What must the soldier be advised
of during notification counseling?
The Soldier will be advised thatenrollment in the ABCP is not a
(20:11):
bar to re enlistment or promotion, but that failure to
make satisfactory progress or meet body fat standards could
result in administrative separation.
What must soldiers do within 14 days of notification counseling?
The soldier has 14 days to read the online U.S.
Army Public Health Command YuzakTechnical guide TG358 How long
(20:35):
does a soldier have to meet witha dietitian or healthcare.
Provider. The soldier has 30 days after
enrollment in the ABCP to meet with a dietitian.
Or healthcare provider. How often is a Soldiers progress
monitored while enrolled in the ABCP?
Progress will be evaluated by the Commander every 30 days.
(20:55):
What is considered satisfactory progress in the ABCP?
Satisfactory progress is definedas a monthly weight loss of
either 3 to 8 lbs or 1% body fat.
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