Who is exempt from the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP)?

The Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) has specific exemptions to ensure the well-being of soldiers who may have unique health circumstances. One such exemption applies to soldiers with major limb loss. This is a significant medical condition that affects an individual's ability to maintain normal physical activity levels and body composition standards. Soldiers in this situation are not assessed under the ABCP because their physical status and health considerations dramatically differ from those of other soldiers.

The other groups mentioned do not qualify for exemption under the program. Soldiers on leave may still be subject to the program’s requirements as they are expected to maintain standards of physical fitness even during time off. Likewise, soldiers who passed their last assessment are not exempt since ongoing compliance with body composition standards is typically required. Additionally, soldiers under the age of 21 are still bound by the same body composition guidelines as their peers, as age alone does not impact the necessity for maintaining physical fitness standards in the Army.