Association of Physical Fitness and Body Mass Index with Premature Discharge from Military Service—Study among 228,000 Conscripts

Key Points

• The aim is to investigate the relationship between physical fitness, body mass index (BMI), and premature military discharge.
• Analyzed data from 228,000 military conscripts.
• Examined associations between physical fitness levels, BMI categories, and discharge rates.
• Considered both underweight and overweight statuses in the analysis.
• Underweight and overweight conscripts showed higher discharge probabilities.
• Poor physical fitness was linked to a greater risk of discharge.
• Improvements in fitness and BMI could benefit military resources.