What is BMR and Why It Matters
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body needs to maintain basic functions like breathing, circulation, cell production, and cell growth. It represents the minimum energy your body needs to function at rest. Understanding your BMR is crucial for effective weight management, as it helps you determine your daily caloric needs and create a plan for achieving your health and fitness goals. By calculating your BMR, you can better understand your energy needs and make informed decisions about nutrition and exercise.
By entering your basic information below, you'll get both your BMR and your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), which factors in your activity level to give you a more complete picture of your daily caloric needs.
BMR Calculator
Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate to understand your energy needs. Essential for weight management.
Your Results
BMR
Your Basal Metabolic Rate:
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calories/day (at rest)
TDEE
Your Total Daily Energy Expenditure:
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calories/day (with activity)
What This Means
Your BMR is the number of calories your body needs to maintain basic functions while at rest. Your TDEE is your BMR multiplied by your activity level, giving you an estimate of your total daily calorie needs.
For Weight Management:
- Maintain weight: Consume around your TDEE calories daily
- Lose weight: Consume 500-1000 calories less than your TDEE daily
- Gain weight: Consume 300-500 calories more than your TDEE daily