is weight an issue?

Cashis · #1 (**permalink**) 12-07-2006, 06:44 PM

I have been seriously considering joining the military but I am not yet decided on what branch, also I am concerned that my weight will be an issue. I am 6 feet 2 inches tall and weigh 300 pounds, Im a big boy. I am not as athletic as most people. Wil my weight get in the way of me joining the military?

wackychick · #2 (**permalink**) 12-07-2006, 09:50 PM

That is a good question. You might want to run that one by an actual recruiter - they would know the answer to that question for sure. Have you tried that yet? Clearly, they need you on the football team, athletic or not!!! ;-)

FD4130 · #3 (**permalink**) 12-29-2006, 08:14 PM

Yes weight is an issue. I'm trying to get into the Army and my recrutier said you have to be at 30% body fat. I'm 5'6" tall and 207lbs, I have to lose some before I get in. He told me to lay off the white breads and potatoes, also as I started doing is 75 push-ups, 30 sit-ups, and walk at least a mile every other day. Of course don't over do it at fisrt. I went from 207lbs to 201lbs in 5 days. Hope this helps good luck!!

AF Recruiter · #4 (**permalink**) 01-19-2007, 12:38 AM

74 inches (6'2") 214 is your ma* for the Air Force or 20% body fat.

jrmorrall · #5 (**permalink**) 03-30-2007, 08:29 PM

Where can I find height and weight requirements for different branches of the military without visiting a recruiter's office? I know I need to drop a few pounds before enlisting and I would like to drop as much as possible before visiting a recruiter.

wackychick · #6 (**permalink**) 04-02-2007, 12:46 PM

not sure where you would find that stuff. I tried a google on that and got nothing. anyone? will they not give you that information over the phone?

jrmorrall · #7 (**permalink**) 04-08-2007, 05:05 AM

actually, i did find it online a few days ago. i don't recall exactly where but i think i may have done a search for it on the military.com home page. thanks for all your help

alwaysright · #8 (**permalink**) 07-14-2007, 12:36 AM

Yeah they look at weight, You have to be size proportionate. If you were athletic then i think you would stand a better chance. so I think the military might not be for you.

mtajim · #9 (**permalink**) 07-30-2007, 11:39 AM

Thoug you have a good height but your weight can be a issue. But it too depends on where you apply for. Somewhere it can be take into consideration

alwaysright · #10 (**permalink**) 07-30-2007, 01:00 PM

They may take you into consideration but i guarantee that you will have to lose weight.

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