Can Soldiers be removed from the Army Body Composition Program once they meet their screening table weight?

The correct understanding is that Soldiers must meet the body fat standard to be removed from the Army Body Composition Program. The program is designed to ensure that all Soldiers maintain not just an acceptable weight in accordance with the screening table weight, but also healthy body fat percentages. Meeting the screening table weight alone does not necessarily indicate that a Soldier's body composition is within the required standards.

Body fat percentage is a critical factor in assessing overall health and readiness for service. Therefore, even if a Soldier has achieved their screening table weight, they must also pass the body fat percentage assessment to be fully removed from the program. This two-fold requirement emphasizes both weight and overall physical condition, ensuring Soldiers are not only compliant with weight regulations but also fit for duty.

While other options may discuss variations of the policy or require additional approvals, they do not align with the essential requirement that removal from the program is contingent upon meeting the body fat standard.