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Basal Metabolic Rate Calculator (BMR)

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Modify the values and click the Calculate button to use
ages 15 – 80
male female
pounds

Result

BMR = Calories/day

Daily calorie needs based on activity level:

Activity LevelCalorie
Sedentary: little or no exercise
Exercise 1-3 times/week
Exercise 4-5 times/week
Daily exercise or intense 3-4 times/week
Intense exercise 6-7 times/week
Very intense daily or physical job

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What is BMR?

YBasal Metabolic Rate Calculator: our Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represents the minimum amount of energy (calories) your body requires to maintain vital functions while at rest. This includes essential processes like breathing, blood circulation, and cell production. Think of it as the energy your "engine" consumes while the car is idling.

Why Use Our BMR Calculator?

Whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain, or maintenance, knowing your BMR is the foundation of any successful nutrition plan. Our tool uses the Mifflin-St Jeor Equation, currently the most accurate standard for estimating metabolic needs.

By understanding your baseline, you can:

  • Personalize Your Nutrition: Stop guessing and start eating according to your body's specific requirements.
  • Estimate Daily Expenditure: Combine your BMR with your activity level to find your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE).
  • Optimize Performance: Ensure you are fueling your body enough to support your workouts and daily life.

How to Interpret Your Results

Once you click calculate, our tool provides a breakdown of your daily calorie needs based on different activity levels:

  1. Sedentary: Little to no exercise.
  2. Light Activity: Exercise 1–3 times per week.
  3. Moderate Activity: Exercise 4–5 times per week.
  4. Active: Daily exercise or intense training 3–4 times per week.
  5. Very Active: Intense exercise daily or a physically demanding job.
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