Body fat calipers are one tool to help to measure military fitness and training results.

Body Fat Standards by Service Branch

Service Members are expected to meet certain body fat standards—whether they serve in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, or Public Health Service. Body fat standards vary among the different branches, and can be viewed in the tables provided here.

If you’re concerned about your ability to meet military body fat standards, refer to HPRC physical fitness and nutrition resources to help you get to fighting weight.

Published on: September 18, 2019

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