BMR calculator
Estimate resting energy needs in calories per day.
Formula
10 × kg + 6.25 × cm − 5 × age + s; s = 5 (male), −161 (female)
Weight: 154 lb · Height: 5 ft 9 in · Resting calories ≈ 10×(154 lb × 0.45359237 kg/lb) + 625×((5 ft × 12 in/ft + 9 in) × 0.0254 m/in) - 5×(30) - 161
How to use
- Enter weight and height.
- Set age and equation sex.
- Read daily resting calories.
Examples
- 70 kg, 175 cm, age 30, male: ≈ 1,649 kcal/day.
Frequently asked questions
Which formula is used?
Mifflin–St Jeor, using weight, height, age and sex.
Is this my daily intake?
No. Activity and other needs are not included.
How accurate is it?
It is a population estimate of resting energy, not a measured metabolic rate.
Sources
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