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This message notifies of the revision of AR 600–9, which incorporates a one-site circumference-based tape method and a supplemental body fat assessment. The one-site tape method will be phased in over the next year and will replace the multi-site tape method after 12 months.
New AR 600-9 Updates 2023. The Army recently published a new directive called “Army Body Fat Assessment for the Army Body Composition Program” to make immediate changes and updates to the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP). The following are AR 600-9 Regulation updates for 2023: New Tape Test Policy Introduced
This message notifies of the changes to AR 600–9, the Army Body Composition Program, effective 9 June 2024. The one-site circumference-based tape method and supplemental body fat assessment are the only authorized methods for measuring body composition.
12 cze 2023 · The U.S. Army has published a new directive that changes the tape test methodology for body fat assessment and fitness. The directive is based on the results of the Army's Comprehensive Body Composition study and aims to improve Soldiers' health and readiness.
Learn about the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) that aims to improve Soldiers' health and performance under all conditions. Find out the latest updates on body fat assessment methods, ACFT score exemption and resources.
In 2023, the Army updated the AR 600-9 to introduce a new one-site tape method that provides soldiers with a more accurate and consistent body fat assessment. The on-site method will become the only authorized circumference-based tape method after a 12-month transition period.
This is the latest revision of Army Regulation 600-9, which prescribes procedures governing fitness and weight and body fat standards for Soldiers. It was effective from 16 August 2019 and includes changes related to Performance Triad, sleep, nutrition, and pregnancy.
