Do you have to make weight to ship out to basic training?

Each of the military services have their own weight standards. If you exceed the weight standards, you’ll undergo a body-fat-measurement. If you are over the body-fat standards when you report to MEPS, you’re not shipping out to basic training.

What happens if I’m underweight at MEPS?

They’re going to re-weigh you at MEPS before you’re supposed to ship out. If you don’t pass weight, you do NOT ship.

How much should I weigh before boot camp?

These standards vary based on height and gender. For instance, a 6-foot tall male recruit between the ages of 17 and 21 must weigh between 131 and 200 pounds. A 5-foot tall female recruit between the ages of 21 and 27 must weigh between 94 and 123 pounds.

Can you fail MEPS for weight?

Failing to Meet the Requirements If you pass the weight check at MEPS but are found to be overweight by the time you arrive at basic training, you’ll be evaluated based on your body-fat percentage. If necessary, you will be enrolled in a weight-loss program before you are allowed to begin basic training.

Can you get disqualified at MEPS for weight?

Applicants outside of the weight standards will be advised that they must bring their weight to the acceptable standard and return to the MEPS for reevaluation. A disqualified applicant may return for recheck after losing sufficient weight to meet either the screening table weight or the body fat percentage.

Can you fail MEPS for being underweight?

I was actually underweight when i went to MEPS on my ship date, and they actually took my BMI (Body Mass Index), and it was enough to get me through. you will be just fine.

Can you join the Army underweight?

No, but don’t feel bad. If you are so underweight that a hearty meal and a few protein shakes won’t bring you up to weight in a day or two you really don’t want to be in the military in that condition. The garrison training standard ruck sack for a soldier is 35lbs dry weight.

What are the weight requirements for the Army?

These requirements are on a scale based on age, gender, and height. For example, an 18-year old male Army recruit who is 5’5 must weigh no more than 163 lbs. A 25-year old male Army recruit who is the same height can weigh no more than 165, and a 30-year old male Army recruit who is 5’5 can weigh no more than 168.

What is the weight requirement to join the military?

Each branch of military has different weight requirements. The weight requirement depends on your height and age. They also can do a body fat percentage. A recruit must be 4’10” or taller to enlist, and at this height the minimum weight is 91 pounds and the max weight is 131 pounds.

Should I lose weight before joining the military?

If you are truly committed to joining a branch of the military, then from experience, I suggest that you lose the weight the right way. Otherwise if you cheat your way (by dropping five pounds overnight of water weight), it will only cause you more headaches while you wait to ship out to basic training.

What happens if you exceed the Army’s body fat percentage requirements?

If you exceed the Army’s body fat percentage requirements you will receive an official letter stating that you will be placed on a weight-monitoring program. The program will require you to loose a specified number of pounds per month.

What happens if you are overweight in the military?

Every individual must be within the height and weight standards before signing a contract and on the day they leave MEPS to basic training. If you are overweight for your last MEPS appointment you will be sent home, even if you were within weight standards at previous appointments.