Cardiometabolic Risk in US Army Recruits and the Effects of Basic Combat Training
- Pasiakos Stefan M.
- Karl J. Philip
- Lutz Laura J.
- Murphy Nancy E.
- Margolis Lee M.
- Rood Jennifer C.
- Cable Sonya J.
- Williams Kelly W.
- Young Andrew J.
- McClung James P.
DOIAbstract
Cardiometabolic disease risk in US military recruits and the effects of military training have not been determined. This study examined lifestyle factors and biomarkers associated with cardiometabolic risk in US Army recruits (209; 118 male, 91 female, 23±5 yr) before, during, and after basic combat training (BCT).<0.05).At the start of military service, the prevalence of cardiometabolic risk in US military recruits is comparable to that reported in similar, college-aged populations. Military training appears to be an effective strategy that may mitigate risk in young people through improvements in lipid profiles and glycemic control
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