BMR Calculator - Calculate Your Basal Metabolic Rate

Find out how many calories your body needs at rest and learn how your metabolism affects your daily energy needs. This calculator gives quick and accurate results to help you plan your nutrition effectively.
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BASAL METABOLIC RATE
BMR = 1,587 Calories per day
Activity Level Frequency Time Calories
No Activity
Little or no exercise 0 minutes 1,905
Low Activity
Exercise 1-3 times/week 15-30 minutes 2,183
Light Activity
Exercise 4-5 times/week 15-30 minutes 2,326
Medium Activity
Daily or intense 3-4 times/week 15-30 minutes 2,461
High Activity
Intense exercise 6-7 times/week 45-120 minutes 2,738
Very High Activity
Very intense exercise daily, or physical job 2+ hours 3,016
What to Do Next
  • 🔥 Check your BMR to learn your daily energy burn
  • 💪 Estimate your body fat percentage for deeper insights
  • ⚡ Understand your calorie burn to optimize your fitness goals
  • 🥗 Explore healthy recipes suited to your calorie needs
  • ⚖️ Calculate your BMI to understand your body balance

What Is BMR?

Your results will show the following detailed body composition information: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represents the number of calories your body needs to perform essential functions while at complete rest. This includes breathing, circulation, cell production, nutrient processing, and maintaining body temperature.
Your BMR makes up the majority of your daily calorie burn, even before you factor in movement or physical activity. Because metabolism varies from person to person, this calculator supports multiple scientifically validated BMR formulas, including Mifflin-St Jeor, Harris-Benedict, and Katch-McArdle. These methods allow you to calculate BMR more accurately depending on what information you know about your body.

How Your BMR Is Calculated - BMR Calculation Methods

This calculator provides results from three major BMR equations. Each formula has its own strengths, and comparing them can give you a clearer understanding of your metabolism.

1. Mifflin-St Jeor Equation (Most Common Today)
  • Men: BMR = 10 x weight (kg) + 6.25 x height (cm) - 5 x age + 5
  • Women: BMR = 10 x weight (kg) + 6.25 x height (cm) - 5 x age - 161
Best used for: General populations, weight-based estimates.
2. Harris-Benedict Equation (Revised Version)
  • Men: BMR = 13.397 x weight (kg) + 4.799 x height (cm) - 5.677 x age + 88.362
  • Women: BMR = 9.247 x weight (kg) + 3.098 x height (cm) - 4.330 x age + 447.593
Best used for: Traditional fitness and medical contexts.
3. Katch-McArdle Formula (Most Accurate if You Know Body Fat Percentage)
  • Men: 370 + 21.6 x Lean Body Mass (kg)
Lean Body Mass = Total Weight - Fat Mass
Fat Mass = Total Weight x (Body Fat Percentage / 100)
Best used for:
  • People who know their body fat percentage
  • Athletes
  • Individuals with high muscle mass
  • Those wanting the most precise BMR estimate
The Katch-McArdle formula is highly accurate because it is based on lean body mass, which is the part of your body that actually burns energy. The more muscle you have, the higher your metabolism tends to be.

TDEE - Your Daily Calorie Needs

After calculating your BMR, the next step is determining your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). TDEE accounts for your activity level and shows how many calories you need per day to maintain your current weight.

Activity Level Description
Sedentary Little or no exercise
Lightly Active Light exercise 1-3 days per week
Moderately Active Moderate exercise 3-5 days per week
Very Active Intense exercise 6-7 days per week
Extra Active Hard physical labor or athletic training

What Your Results Include

Your results will include:

  • BMR (Mifflin-St Jeor) - Estimated resting calories using the modern standard
  • BMR (Harris-Benedict) - Traditional method for comparison
  • BMR (Katch-McArdle) - Most accurate if you know your body fat
  • TDEE Estimates - Daily calories based on activity level
  • Maintenance Calories - Calories to maintain your current weight
  • Weight Loss Calories - Suggested deficits for mild to aggressive fat loss
  • Weight Gain Calories - Suggested surpluses for muscle building

Why Understanding Your BMR Is Important

Your BMR determines the majority of your daily calorie burn and plays a key role in weight management. Whether you want to lose fat, gain muscle, or maintain your current weight, knowing your BMR and TDEE allows you to plan your nutrition accurately.