Men shall engage in regular physical activity to maintain cardiovascular, muscular, and skeletal health. Stamina, strength, and coordination are prerequisites for responsible leadership. Passive observation of televised athletics does not qualify as exercise..

Adequate sleep and periodic rest are mandatory. The Board frowns upon the philosophy that sleep is optional. A well-rested man makes decisions that remain intelligible..

Men must undergo periodic health checks, including dental, vision, and general medical assessments. Ignorance of bodily dysfunction is considered irresponsible..

Men must maintain at least three towels. Butt towels must never be used on the face. Towels are not interchangeable unless documented in an approved hygiene log..

Men must be capable of preparing their own meals safely and competently. Being able to cook is considered a baseline requirement and not a disability. Meals prepared by others are appreciated gestures but are not substitutes for the man's own responsibility in this domain. Delegating culinary responsibilities entirely is discouraged as it undermines independence and practical competence..

Men must demonstrate curiosity, engage with ideas, and resist the lure of endless sports commentary..

Proficiency in at least one craft, trade, or technical skill is required. A man who cannot teach or demonstrate a tangible skill is ill-prepared for leadership..

Exposure to arts, literature, and global knowledge is mandatory. A man whose only reference points are memes and televised entertainment risks automatic reduction in leadership eligibility..

Men shall save, invest, and avoid unnecessary debt. Reckless expenditure is evidence of poor judgment..

Economic foresight is required, including retirement planning, emergency reserves, and contingency budgeting..

Men must be active, proactive, and capable of contributing productively in work, social, or community contexts. Idleness is considered a serious deviation from ICM standards..

Men must set weekly, monthly, and quarterly objectives..

Establishing goals without achieving them is considered a performance deficiency. A man must deliver outcomes, not excuses..

Documentation of physical, intellectual, and economic achievements is mandatory..

Seek guidance from senior, experienced men. Offer guidance to peers when capable..

Persistent neglect may trigger a Guidance Review Hearing. Failure to comply is evidence of unfitness for leadership..