What is the action called when a Marine does not meet height and weight standards?

When a Marine does not meet height and weight standards, the appropriate action is to assign them to the body composition program. This program is designed to help Marines achieve and maintain the required body composition standards, which are essential for operational readiness and overall health. Participation in this program involves specific measures, such as monitoring body fat percentage, setting weight loss goals, and often includes a nutritional component and fitness training.

This corrective action is essential in maintaining the standards of the Marine Corps, ensuring that all members are physically fit to perform their duties. It is a structured approach aimed at providing support and resources to Marines who need to improve their physical fitness and body composition.

In contrast, other options do not directly address the issue of not meeting height and weight standards. While release from duty can occur in extreme cases of non-compliance, it is not the immediate or standard action taken. Promotion to a higher rank would not occur for someone not meeting these standards, and counseling for encouragement, though beneficial, does not provide the structured steps necessary to address the physical shortcoming.