As the nation’s force in readiness, we constantly analyze and assess our policies and standards to ensure our Marines remain healthy, capable, and ready for the fight. The U.S. Marine Corps’ Training and Education Command, in collaboration with the United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM), recently concluded a year-long study to evaluate current body composition standards and ensure they optimize health, performance, and fitness.
This study is one of the most technologically advanced studies on the topic since the 1980s, drawing participation from a diverse group of more than 2,100 Marines, including more than 1,400 men and 700 women, 196 of whom were postpartum. Data collection for the body composition study took place at three sites. All three sites incorporated various methodologies to assess body composition (via anthropometrics and absorptiometry) in addition to a performance assessment.
Gen. David Berger, Commandant of the Marine Corps, received the study's findings and made the following decisions: the performance exemption for Marines who score a 285 or higher on their fitness tests will remain in place; prior to assigning Marines to the Body Composition Program, commanders will assess body composition using more advanced body composition methods effective Jan. 1, 2023; and a one percent increase in total allowable body fat for female Marines effective Jan. 1, 2023.
BIA Locator Tracker
Click here for the BIA Locator Tracker file. This is CAC-enabled and located on our sharepoint site. This link will show the current BIAs that are shipped and updated consistently throughout the month of January as the remaining BIA devices ship.
IF YOU ENCOUNTER PROBLEMS accessing the locator tracker DO NOT CLICK "request access." Instead send an email to TECOM.ForceFitness@usmc.mil and access will be established for you.
Please see below links for all training and locations in regards to the InBody 770 BIA devices. The Commander's Training Letter is a requirement upon completion of BIA training in order to certify Marines (FFIs and CPTRs) on how to properly analyze Marines utilizing the BIA devices. This letter is separate from the CPTR appointment letter.
ADMINISTRATIVE QUESTIONS
Marines who were already on BCP prior to 1 Jan 2023. Will the process need to start over with the new BIA device for these Marines that initiated their BCP prior to 2023? Conversely, would these Marines continue under the old process?
Marines currently assigned to BCP do not need to have their BCP period restarted. All that is required is that those Marines need to have their Body fat verified via BIA within 30 days. A new NAVMC (as an addendum to the already existing BCP assignment NAVMC) can be added to their BCP file noting the BF verification was conducted.
Per MCBUL 6110 dtd 28 Dec 22, paragraph 3. b.5 reads:
(5) Marines currently assigned to MCBCMAP prior to the effective date of this Bulletin will adhere to reference (a) but will have their body fat reassessed via BIA within 30 days. Marines assigned to MCBCMAP prior to the effective date of this Bulletin and that meet body composition standards within the newly published standards, will be removed from MCBCMAP.
Can my unit connect the Inbody 770 to a computer to email the results?
No. The TECOM procured Inbody machines have had all Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and network capabilities removed to comply with IT policies.
How long after failing a tape test must a Marine receive a BIA scan?
Marines who are confirmed as failing the body circumference measurement technique, also known as the tape method, must receive a BIA scan within seven calendar days in accordance with MARADMIN 652/22.
If a Marine receives a BIA scan at a unit they are not a part of, how will that inform ation be verified and uploaded to MCTIMS?
The verification and upload process of official BIA scans are outlined in MARADMIN 652/22. To ensure body fat verification is accurately captured, the units will create a separate calendar event and scoresheet in MCTIMS to include the weigh-in and upload the BIA results sheet. As the Marine Corps looks to update training management tools, there will be additional guidance on how to publish this data.
Can units utilize their BIA machine as their primary resource for semi-annual weigh-ins?
Commands should use the digital or balance beam scale for semi-annual weigh-ins or the approved BIA machine. The circumference measurement technique (also known as the tape method) will still serve as the initial screen for body fat estimation.
Following a failed BIA scan and follow-on BCP assignment, how often will Marines need to receive additional BIA scans? Will BCP-assigned Marines be scanned weekly with their weigh-ins?
Marines will be scanned prior to their first or second assignment to BCP and before being processed for administrative separation, as applicable. A weekly scan that coincides with weekly weigh-ins is not required.
Can Marines be assigned to BCP after failing a tape test but before receiving their BIA scan?
No.
What if my command isn’t issued a BIA? How can I be screened?
Locations of fielded BIA are listed on the locations tab at https://www.fitness.marines.mil. Commands and units that receive BIA machines must support or allow access to any Marine Corps unit that has not been identified to receive a BIA machine. Marines required to travel for BIA or DEXA scan may have their scan verified by a local CPTR/FFI.
TRAINING QUESTIONS
Are BIA results considered to contain PII or PHI? Will CPTRs and FFIs need to obtain HIPAA training?
The InBody 770 scanner does not contain HIPAA protected information. While the results can be used as an indicator of health, they are not a diagnosis or declaration of an individual’s health or medical status.
How will the Marine Corps train and certify Marines to use and maintain the BIA at my unit?
Per MARADMIN 652/22, Marines designated as command physical training representatives and force fitness instructors will familiarize themselves with the videos and information published on https://www.fitness.marines.mil until the requisite MarineNet material (specifically, course FFDBCP02) is updated. Once updated, MarineNet will become the sole training source for usage of the BIA. CPTRs and FFIs will update their training rosters as required. Rosters must be certified and signed by the unit commander or officer-in-charge. Once MarineNet is updated, CPTRs and FFIs will recertify using MarineNet as the singular, authorized training source.
FIELDING AND LOCATION QUESTIONS
Can a unit purchase their own Inbody scanner using unit funds?
Yes. A unit may purchase the TECOM-approved InBody 770. The currently contracted machines meet specific Marine Corps data security protocols and parameters to ensure standardized execution in accordance with the Body Composition and Military Appearance Program. Training and Education Command continues to monitor the capabilities available in the commercial marketplace. If another potential source emerges, the Marine Corps will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible.
Can I send my Marines to receive a BIA scan at a non-Marine Corps BIA location?
No. Only the Training and Education Command-fielded “InBody 770” BIA machines are approved for official Marine Corps scans.
What do units who are not fielded a BIA do to comply with the upcoming MCBUL?
Commanders should ensure all CPTRs and FFIs have completed their updated BCP training prior to 1 January 2023. Commanders should familiarize themselves with BIA locations and conduct coordination with closest available units to ensure Marines are provided access to fielded machines. Commanders may authorize unit funded TAD for Marines requiring a BIA scan.
When will my unit receive its BIA?
The first 257 BIA units began shipping to designated commands in November and December 2022. Fielding locations are available via the locations link on https://www.fitness.marines.mil.
How were BIA fielding locations determined?
Initial fielding locations were based on in-depth analyses that ultimately allowed TECOM to prioritize units with a demonstrated need for the assessment methods, locations that are centrally accessible in order to support the Marine Corps Total Force, and units isolated from other installations or machines.
TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS
Do I need to contact InBody to activate the warranty?
No. The warranty will begin automatically at the time of shipment and is associated with the unique item identification (UID).
If the BIA at my unit is non-operational, how will my unit comply with the order?
BIAs purchased through the TECOM contract are eligible for repairs. Temporary BIA machines will be shipped to the unit in accordance with warranty guidance. For any additional questions, refer to https://www.fitness.marines.mil for specific information.
Who is responsible for the care and maintenance of the BIA at my unit?
Units that receive Training and Education Command-fielded BIA machines are responsible for the daily care, maintenance, and supplies needed to operate machines. The TECOM-fielded machines include a 4-year warranty as part of the service level contract. Units must adhere to the daily care and maintenance terms within the warranty to receive warranty support. For technical issues or questions related to product support and warranty, please contact the InBody USA representatives assigned to the Marine Corps contract at usmcsupport@inbody.com or (562) 645-4083, extension 163. For all other questions, refer to https://www.fitness.marines.mil for specific information.
What course of action does my unit take if my BIA machine is broken or needs repair?
Per the warranty, units are to contact Inbody warranty support directly for assistance. For technical issues or warranty support, please contact the InBody USA representatives assigned to the Marine Corps contract at usmcsupport@inbody.com or (562) 645-4083, extension 163. For all other questions, refer to https://www.fitness.marines.mil for specific information. InBody warranty support operates on Pacific Standard time.
Depending on the level of repair needed, InBody may direct units to ship the Inbody machine back for repairs. InBody will issue a temp loan/replacement BIA to the unit. InBody will provide a shipping label to the unit directly through warranty support.
FITNESS CENTERS BY INSTALLATION
ARIZONA
MCAS YUMA FITNESS CENTER
CALIFORNIA
21 AREA FITNESS CENTER CAMP PENDLETON
33 AREA FITNESS CENTER CAMP PENDLETON
WILBURN GYM 29 PALMS
SEMPER FIT CENTER MCAS MIRAMAR
HAWAII
SEMPER FIT CENTER KANEOHE BAY
GENERAL LOUIS H. WILSON SEMPER FIT CENTER CAMP SMITH
JAPAN
IRONWORKS FITNESS CETNER CAMP COURTNEY
GUNNERS GYM CAMP FOSTER (OKINAWA)
HOUSE OF PAIN CAMP HANSEN (OKINAWA)
NORTH CAROLINA
CAMP JOHNSON FITNESS CENTER
COURTHOUSE BAY FITNESS CENTER
FRENCH CREEK FITNESS CENTER
DEVIL DOG GYM MCAS CHERRY POINT
WALLACE CREEK GYM CAMP LEJEUNE MCB CAMP LEJEUNE
STONE BAY FITNESS CENTER
MCAS NEW RIVER FITNESS CENTER
SOUTH CAROLINA
FITNESS CENTER MCAS BEAUFORT
FITNESS CENTER MCRD PARRIS ISLAND
VIRGINIA
BARBER PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CENTER QUANTICO
OCONUS Units
ABU DHABI
MCESG REGION 2 UAE
GERMANY
MCESG REGION 5 & 7 FRANKFURT
GUAM
MCB CAMP BLAZ
HAWAII
MCB HAWAII
MCAS KANEOHE BAY
DET 2 H&S CO 4TH CEB 4TH MARDIV
JAPAN
MCB OKINAWA CAMP BUTLER
SNCO ACADEMY CAMP BUTLER
MCB MCAS IWAKUNI
MCAS FUTENMA
SOUTH AFRICA
MCESG REGION 6 JOHANNESBURG
SOUTH KOREA
CAMP MUJUK
THAILAND
MCESG REGION 3 BANGKOK
CONUS Units
ALABAMA
6TH MCD MONTGOMERY
3D FORECON CO 4TH MARDIV
RFL CO L 3DBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
DET 5 H&S CO 4TH CEB 4TH MARDIV
ALASKA
DET MP CO D 4TH LAW ENF BN FHG
ARIZONA
MCAS YUMA
8TH MCD RS PHOENIX
ARKANSAS
RFL CO K 3DBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
CALIFORNIA
MCAGCC 29 PALMS
MCAS CAMP PENDLETON
MCAS MIRAMAR
MCB CAMP PENDLETON
MC LOGISTICS BASE BARSTOW
USMC COMM ELEC School 29 Palms
MOUNTAIN WARFARE TRAINING CENTER
MCRD SAN DIEGO
12TH MCD RS LOS ANGELES
12TH MCD RS SACRAMENTO
12TH MCD RS SAN DIEGO
12TH MCD RS SAN FRANCISCO
12TH MCD RS ORANGE
12TH MCD RS RIVERSIDE
SOI WEST
AITB WEST
1ST RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD SD
2D RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD SD
3D RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD SD
MCT WEST
RECRUITERS SCHOOL MCRD SD
SNCO ACADEMY CAMP PENDLETON
MARCOR DET DEF LANG MONTEREY
3D ANGLICO FHG MARFORRES
HQTRS BTRY 5THBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
HMLA-775/ MAG-41 4TH MAW
TRANS SVCS CO CLB 23 CLR 4 4TH MLG
SUP CO CLB 453 CLR 4 4TH MLG
HQTRS CO 23D MAR 4TH MARDIV
DET A MWSS-473 MAG-41 4TH MAW
MWSS-473 MAG-41 4TH MAW
H&S CO 4TH MED BN 4TH MLG
H&S CO 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV
H&S CO 2DBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
COLORADO
8TH MCD RS DENVER
H&S CO CLB 453 CLR 4 4TH MLG
ARTY BTRY Q 5THBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
CONNECTICUT
RFL CO F 2DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
DELAWARE
DET 6 ENGR SPT CO 6TH ESB 4TH MLG
FLORIDA
6TH MCD FORT LAUDERDALE
6TH MCD RS TAMPA
6TH MCD RS JACKSONVILLE
H&S CO 4TH AA BN 4TH MARDIV
AAV CO D 4TH AAV BN 4TH MARDIV
4TH ANGLICO FHG MARFORRES
4TH CIV AFF GRP FHG MARFORRES
MT CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
AAV CO B 4TH AAV BN 4TH MARDIV
NAVAL AVIATION SCHOOL MATSG 21 PENSACOLA
GEORGIA
MC LOGISTICS BASE ALBANY
6TH MCD ATLANTA
HQTRS CO CLR 45 4TH MLG
MARINE CORPS SECURITY FORCE REGIMENT KINGSBAY
DET 2 SUP CO CLB 453 CLR 4 4TH MLG
LNDG SPT CO CLR 45 4TH MLG
DET 5 H&S CO 4TH RECON BN 4TH MARDIV
IDAHO
SITE SPT 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV BOISE
ILLINOIS
9TH MCD RS CHICAGO
DET 7 ENGR SPT CO 6TH ESB 4TH MLG
ENGR CO C 6TH ESB 4TH MLG
MAINT CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
HQTRS MWCS-48 MACG-48 4TH MAW
H&S CO 2DBN 24THMAR 4TH MARDIV
INDIANA
9TH MCD RS INDIANAPOLIS
ENGR SVCS CO CLB 25 CLR 45 4TH MLG
IOWA
9TH MCD RS DES MOINES
RFL CO G 2DBN 24THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RFL CO F 2DBN 24THMAR 4TH MARDIV
KANSAS
DET 1 SUP CO CLB 451 CLR 45 DET G 1221-1222
DET 2 MAINT CO CLB 453 CLR 4 4TH MLG
KENTUCKY
4TH MCD LOUISVILLE
MP CO A 4TH LAW ENF BN FHG MARFORRES
LOUISIANA
6TH MCD BATON ROUGE
HQBN MARFORRES
RFL CO B 1STBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
1ST/2D PLT TRUCK CO 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
MARFORRES HQ NEW ORLEANS
MAINE
SITE SPT 1/25 4TH MARDIV BRUNSWICK
MARYLAND
1ST MCD RS BALTIMORE
4TH MCD FREDERICK
LAR CO B 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV
H&S CO 4TH CEB 4TH MARDIV
MARCORCYBER SCHOOLS
DET VMR ANDREWS AFB MAG-49 4TH MAW
MASSACHUSETTS
1ST MCD RS BOSTON
1ST MCD RS SPRINGFIELD
MASS-6 MACG-48 4TH MAW
MICHIGAN
4TH MCD LANSING
H&S CO 1STBN 24THMAR 4TH MARDIV
ENGR SPT CO 6TH ESB 4TH MLG
RFL CO C 1STBN 24THMAR 4TH MARDIV
MINNESOTA
9TH MCD RS TWIN CITIES
9TH MCD TWIN CITIES
MWSS-471 MAG-41 4TH MAW
MISSISSIPPI
MATSS-1 NAS MERIDIAN
DET 2 MAINT CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
MISSOURI
9TH MCD RS KANSAS CITY
9TH MCD RS ST LOUIS
H&S CO 3DBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
HQTRS CO CLR 4 4TH MLG
MARDET FT LEONARD WOOD
MONTANA
MP CO D 4TH LAW ENF BN FHG MARFORRES
NEBRASKA
DET 1 MAINT CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
NEVADA
WPNS/RFL PLT CO F 2/23 4TH MARDIV DET E 0422
NEW HAMPSHIRE
RFL CO B 1STBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
NEW JERSEY
1ST MCRD COLTS NECK
HQTRS MAG-49 4TH MAW
H&S CO CLB 25 CLR 45 4TH MLG
MWSS-472 MAG-49 4TH MAW
NEW MEXICO
8TH MCD RS ALBUQUERQUE
SITE SUPPORT 4TH LAW ENF BN TEMP
NEW YORK
1ST MCD RS NEW YORK
1ST MCD RS ALBANY
MALS-49 MAG-49 4TH MAW
HQTRS CO 6TH COMM BN FHG MARFORRES
H&S CO 2DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RFL CO C 1STBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
LAR CO E 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV
NORTH CAROLINA
MARSOC TRAINING SCHOOLS
MCAS CHERRY POINT
MCAS NEW RIVER
MCB CAMP LEJEUNE
6TH MCD RS CHARLOTTE
4TH MCD RS RALEIGH
COMM CO CLR 45 4TH MLG
SOI EAST
AITB EAST
MCT EAST
MCCSSS TRAINING COMMAND
SNCO ACADEMY CAMP LEJEUNE
H&S CO 6TH ESB 4TH MLG
H&S CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
SUP CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
NORTH DAKOTA
DET SPT CO 4TH LAW ENF BN FHG
OHIO
4TH MCD RS CLEVELAND
4TH MCD RS COLUMBUS
H&S CO 3DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
MP CO C 4TH LAW ENF BN FHG MARFORRES
COMM CO 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RFL CO L 3DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
OKLAHOMA
9TH MCD RS OKLAHOMA CITY
H&S CO 1STBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
MARDET USAFAS TRNG COM Ft Sill
DET 9 RCKT BTRY F 2ND BN 14TH MAR
OREGON
12TH MCD PORTLAND
H&S CO 6TH ESB 4TH MLG
PENNSYLVANIA
1ST MCD RS HARRISBURG
1ST MCD RS PITTSBURGH
WPNS CO 3DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RLF CO K 3DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
DET A MWSS-471 MAG-41 4TH MAW
HQTRS BTRY 3D BN 14 MAR 4TH MARDIV
ARTY BTRY I 3DBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RFL CO E 2DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RHODE ISLAND
MARCOR DET TRNG CMD
SITE SPT CLB 25 4TH MLG Providence
SOUTH CAROLINA
MCRD PARRIS ISLAND
MCAS BEAUFORT
6TH MCD COLUMBIA
1ST RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD PI
2D RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD PI
3D RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD PI
4TH RECRUIT TRNG BN RTR MCRD PI
DET 1 SUP CO CLB 451 CLR 45 4TH MLG
LAR CO F 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV
TENNESSEE
4TH MCD RS NASHVILLE
ARTY BTRY G 3DBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
COMBAT ENGR CO D 4TH CEB 4TH MARDIV
RFL CO I 3DBN 25THMAR 4TH MARDIV
TEXAS
8TH MCD RS FORT WORTH
8TH MCD RS DALLAS
8TH MCD RS HOUSTON
8TH MCD RS SAN ANTONIO
H&S CO 4TH RECON BN 4TH MARDIV
MT CO CLB 453 CLR 4 4TH MLG
H&S CO 4TH RECON BN 4TH MARDIV
MARDET TRNG COM GOODFELLOW AFB
MATSG-22 TRNG COM KINGVILLE
MATSG-42 TAW-4 SAU NAS CORPUS CHRISTI
HQTRS BTRY 2DBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
RCKT BTRY D 2DBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
WPNS CO 1STBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
AAV CO C 4TH AA BN 4TH MARDIV
H&S CO 1STBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
VMGR-234 MAG-41 4TH MAW
HQTRS MAG-41 4TH MAW
VMFA-112 MAG-41 4TH MAW
HQTRS BTRY 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
UTAH
8TH MCD RS SALT LAKE CITY
RFL CO F 2DBN 23DMAR 4TH MARDIV
LAR CO C 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV
VIRGINIA
MARFORCOM HQ NORFOLK
MARINE CORPS SECURITY FORCE REGIMENT HQ YORKTOWN
MCB QUANTICO
MCESG HQ
TBS
OCS
SNCO ACADEMY QUANTICO
FORT LEE DETACHMENT
COMBAT ENGR CO B 4TH CEB 4TH MARDIV
AAV CO A 4TH AAV BN 4TH MARDIV
HQTRS MACS-24 MACG-48 4TH MAW
ARTY BTRY H 3DBN 14THMAR 4TH MARDIV
LAR CO D 4TH LAR BN 4TH MARDIV
MARINE BARRACKS WASHINGTON
HENDERSON HALL
WASHINGTON (STATE)
12TH MCD RS SEATTLE
6TH ANGLICO FHG MARFORRES
ARTY BTRY P 5/14 4TH MARDIV
WASHINGTON D.C.
HENDERSON HALL
MARINE BARRACKS WASHINGTON
MARCOR ADVISOR CO A FHG MARFORRES
WEST VIRGINIA
COMBAT ENGR CO A 4TH CEB 4TH MARDIV
WISCONSIN
9TH MCD RS MILWAUKEE
DET 11 CO A 1ST BN 23D MAR
DET BULK FUEL CO B 6TH ESB 4TH MLG