Pentagon to start measuring troops’ body fat by waist-to-height ratio
The move replaces traditional height-and-weight tables as the primary measure of body fat standards.
By Tanya Noury
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Corps updates physical fitness test standards for combat MOS Marines
Updates include sex-neutral requirements for all combat MOS Marines to score a minimum of 210 out of a possible 300.
By Bridget Craig
What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the force
Hegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.
By Carla Babb
Soldiers with high fitness test scores now exempt from body fat rule
The Army outlined the change as an incentive to maintain physical readiness and meet standards for high levels of physical fitness.
By Todd South
Retired Navy admiral found guilty in bribery scheme
Retired Adm. Robert Burke is the most senior military member ever convicted of committing a federal crime while on active duty, according to reports.
By Todd South
Army prep course jeopardized health of recruits, IG says
Trainees with body fat compositions that exceeded the allowed amount were admitted to the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.
By Riley Ceder