Army Body Fat Calculator

U.S. Army Body Composition Standards (AR 600-9)

The Army Body Fat Calculator implements the official U.S. Army body composition assessment standards as outlined in Army Regulation 600-9. This calculation method is used to determine if soldiers meet the Army's body fat standards when they exceed the screening weight.

Army Body Fat Standards

Maximum Allowable Body Fat Percentages:

• Males (Age 17-20): 20%
• Males (Age 21-27): 22%
• Males (Age 28-39): 24%
• Males (Age 40+): 26%
• Females (Age 17-20): 30%
• Females (Age 21-27): 32%
• Females (Age 28-39): 34%
• Females (Age 40+): 36%

Army Height/Weight Screening Tables

Before body fat assessment, soldiers must first be screened against the Army Weight Control Program standards:

• Height and weight measurements taken in the morning
• Soldiers must be measured in standard physical fitness uniform
• Those exceeding weight standards proceed to body fat testing
• Regular screening conducted as part of physical fitness tests

Proper Measurement Techniques

Neck Measurement:

• Measure just below the larynx
• Looking straight ahead
• Shoulders down and relaxed
• Record to nearest ½ inch

Waist Measurement:

• Males: Measure at navel level
• Females: Measure at the narrowest point
• Take at end of normal exhale
• Keep tape parallel to ground

Hip Measurement (Females Only):

• Measure at largest horizontal circumference
• Take measurement around buttocks
• Keep tape parallel to ground
• Record to nearest ½ inch

Army Body Composition Program (ABCP)

Soldiers not meeting standards may be enrolled in the ABCP, which includes:

• Mandatory nutrition education
• Exercise program participation
• Regular progress assessments
• Command-referred medical evaluation
• Monthly body fat assessments

Administrative Actions

Failure to meet standards may result in:

• Flag on personnel actions
• Enrollment in ABCP
• Potential separation proceedings
• Impact on promotions and schools

Exemptions

Temporary exemptions may be granted for:

• Pregnancy and postpartum
• Medical conditions
• Combat deployments
• Special duty assignments