ARMY DIR 2026-13 — Army Body Composition Program And Standards
ARMY DIR 2026-13 governs the Army Body Composition Program and establishes its WHtR standard.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2026-13
- Title: ARMY BODY COMPOSITION PROGRAM AND STANDARDS
- Date: 07/01/2026
- Proponent: ASA (M&RA)
- Status: ACTIVE
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It sets requirements for WHtR measurement, confirmation, recording, flagging, medical examinations, and ABCP enrollment. It also addresses program administration, assessment, separation actions, oversight responsibility, and duration.
Applies to: The provisions of this directive apply to the Regular Army (RA), Army National Guard (ARNG)/Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), and U.S. Army Reserve (USAR).
Topics covered
- Waist-to-height ratio measurement
- ABCP enrollment
- WHtR recording
- Confirmation measurements
- Medical examinations
- Flagging actions
- ABCP assessment requirements
- Separation actions
Questions and answers
What measurement standard does ARMY DIR 2026-13 authorize for the ABCP?
The WHtR is adopted as the sole measurement for all Soldiers. (paragraph 5)
How often must Soldiers have their WHtR measured?
All Soldiers will have their WHtR measured at least twice per calendar year. (paragraph 5)
What WHtR results in flagging and ABCP enrollment?
A Soldier with a WHtR of 0.55 or greater will be flagged and enrolled in the ABCP. (paragraph 5)
What is the WHtR standard under ARMY DIR 2026-13?
The standard is a WHtR of less than and not equal to 0.55. (paragraph 5)
When must a Soldier's WHtR be recorded in ATIS?
All Soldiers will have a WHtR completed and recorded in the ATIS no later than 90 days from the date of this directive. (paragraph 5)