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THE ARMY WEIGHT CONTROL PROGRAM
Army Regulation 600–9
Table of Contents
Ch. 1: Introduction
Ch. 2: Responsibilities		   Ch. 3: Proper Weight Control
Table List
Figure List
Introduction
  Summary of Change  
Appendixes
Glossary
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Chapter 1: Introduction

1–1. Purpose
This regulation establishes policies and procedures for the implementation of the Army Weight Control Program (AWCP).

1–2. References
Required and related publications and prescribed and referenced forms are listed in appendix A.

1–3. Explanation of abbreviations and terms

Abbreviations and special terms used in this regulation are explained in the glossary.

1–4. Responsibilities
Responsibilities are listed in chapter 2.

1–5. Objectives
  1. The primary objective of the AWCP is to insure that all personnel—
    1. Are able to meet the physical demands of their duties under combat conditions.
    2. Present a trim military appearance at all times.
  2. Excessive body fat—
    1. Connotes a lack of personal discipline.
    2. Detracts from military appearance.
    3. May indicate a poor state of health, physical fitness, or stamina.
  3. Objectives of the AWCP are to—
    1. Assist in establishing and maintaining—
      (a) Discipline.
      (b) Operational readiness.
      (c) Optimal physical fitness.
      (d) Health.
      (e) Effectiveness of Army personnel through proper weight control.
    2. Establish appropriate body fat standards.
    3. Provide procedures for which personnel are counseled to assist in meeting the standards prescribed in this regulation.
    4. Foster high standards of professional military appearance expected of all personnel.

Chapter 2: Responsibilities

2–1. General
The Army traditionally has fostered a military appearance that is neat and trim. Further, an essential function of day-today effectiveness and combat readiness of the Army is that all personnel are healthy and physically fit. Self-discipline to maintain proper weight distribution and high standards of appearance is essential to every individual in the Army.

2–2. Deputy Chief of Staff, G–1
The Deputy Chief of Staff, G–1 is responsible for the AWCP.

2–3. The Surgeon General
The Surgeon General will—
  1. Establish medical examination and counseling policies in support of the AWCP.
  2. Evaluate the medical aspects of the program.
  3. Establish and review procedures for determination of body fat content.
  4. Provide guidance on improving the nutritional status of Soldiers.
2–4. Deputy Chief of Staff, G–4
The Deputy Chief of Staff, G–4 will—
  1. Establish food service guidance in support of the AWCP.


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