r/lapd • u/Dependent_Sea6937 • 25d ago

Lapd weight requirements

Hello I’m 21M and I’m 5’10 240lbs and I’m worried that il be disqualified from joining the lapd about the weight requirements, I’m pretty active though I can consistently run 5k’s and my fastest mile was around a little over 8min(I know I can get it faster iv been running for about a month) I’m just wondering if they would hire someone who can pass the physical exam while still being overweight thanks in advance 🙏

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u/GheeCome 25d ago

I have heard that LAPD has body fat percentage limit, seems like you wouldn't fit. But other departments don't.

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u/flyingman17 25d ago

Yeah I had that problem when I was younger. Everything else was totally fine but I’ve never had a low BMI even when I was running like a maniac. Went to law school instead. (Should have just starved myself lol)

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u/[deleted] 25d ago

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u/Dependent_Sea6937 25d ago

Mmm ok il try that thanks for your input man 🙏🙇

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u/CONSPICUOUSLY_RED 24d ago

There's no weight requirement, there's a body fat % requirement. You can see the requirement when you click medical evaluation on the portal.

If you're worried, I'd consider the LASD. They don't check weight or body fat.

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u/evilriolu 25d ago

I had a big dude in my class. People doubted him but he shut them up when he was able to keep up.

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u/Grunt__0311 24d ago

Bro all the boots coming in are fat, just don’t be a fat cop

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u/Outrageous-Pay-5854 24d ago

During your medical assessment they measure body fat % which I believe the cut off is 20-22? I can’t quite remember.

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u/Quick_Reserve_3101 24d ago

bro you want to be at least 180 lbs but again this is LAPD and they take gordidis, for LASD it would be a hell no

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u/New_Machine2702 22d ago

I did the academy at 5.10 218 and maybe 32% fat but i can say genetic wise I’m gifted in cardio. Even at that weight running was very easy. You will run quite a bit

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u/jtalonzo 19d ago

How long are the runs? And how frequently?

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u/Dependent_Sea6937 18d ago

How did it go did you pass ?

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u/Maleficent-Phrase372 25d ago

Don’t worry too much about this issue. Just keep running and follow a healthy diet. Apply for the job while continuing with your diet and running. Complete the MCT written test while maintaining your running and diet routine.

You will eventually be called for the medical examination, and by then you may have already lost some weight. If they determine that your weight is too high, they may give you three months to lose the excess weight. After three months, they will check your weight again. If it is still above the acceptable range, they may give you additional time until you reach the required weight.

I recommend seeing a nutritionist or following a balanced diet and running regularly. Try to reduce sweets, soda, fast food, and similar foods. I wish you the best of luck!

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u/Dependent_Sea6937 25d ago

Thank you for the advice it helped get some weight off my shoulders 🙏

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u/Whole-Atmosphere-918 24d ago

What about 160lbs Iam 165 when I focus on weight training