Which regulation covers the Army Weight Control Program?

• A. AR 600-9
• B. AR 700-9
• C. AR 600-20
• D. AR 350-1

Answer: (A)

Weight management in the Army is governed by a regulation that sets the standards for weight-for-height and body fat, explains how measurements are taken, and describes the actions that follow when standards aren’t met. This regulation specifically covers the Army Weight Control Program. It details who is measured, how the tape test and other measurements are performed, the thresholds for being overweight, and the steps soldiers and commanders take—such as counseling, nutrition and fitness plans, medical referrals, and potential administrative outcomes. The other regulations address different areas—command policy, training and leader development, and broader Army policies—so they don’t establish the weight control program.