Calorie Calculator
Calculate your daily calorie needs based on your age, gender, height, weight, and activity level. Get personalized recommendations for weight loss, gain, or maintenance.
Calculate Your Daily Calorie Needs
Enter your details to get personalized calorie recommendations
Understanding Calorie Needs
Learn about BMR, TDEE, and how to use calories for your goals
BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)
BMR is the number of calories your body needs to maintain basic physiological functions like breathing, circulation, and cell production while at rest.
TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure)
TDEE is your BMR multiplied by an activity factor. It represents the total calories you burn in a day including exercise and daily activities.
Weight Loss
To lose weight, create a caloric deficit by consuming fewer calories than your TDEE. A deficit of 500 calories per day typically results in 1 pound of weight loss per week.
Weight Gain
To gain weight, create a caloric surplus by consuming more calories than your TDEE. A surplus of 300-500 calories per day supports healthy weight gain.
Activity Levels
Choose the activity level that best describes your lifestyle
Sedentary
BMR × 1.2
Little or no exercise, desk job, minimal physical activity throughout the day.
Lightly Active
BMR × 1.375
Light exercise or sports 1-3 days per week, some walking or light physical activity.
Moderately Active
BMR × 1.55
Moderate exercise or sports 3-5 days per week, regular physical activity.
Very Active
BMR × 1.725
Hard exercise or sports 6-7 days per week, physically demanding job or training.
Extremely Active
BMR × 1.9
Very hard exercise, physical job, or training twice a day. Professional athletes level.
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How to Use the Calorie Calculator
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Enter Values
Input your values in the calculator form. All fields are clearly labeled for easy understanding.
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Dr. Lisa Thompson
PhD, Exercise Physiologist
ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist with 12+ years experience
Dr. Thompson specializes in sports science and fitness research. She has published research on calorie calculation accuracy and body composition assessment methods.
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Always consult with qualified professionals for personalized advice regarding your specific situation.