Basal Metabolic Rate
Find your calorie expenditure while at rest.
Male: 10×Weight + 6.25×Height - 5×Age + 5 | Female: 10×Weight + 6.25×Height - 5×Age - 161
The calculation uses the current and scientifically widely accepted Mifflin-St Jeor formula.
This calculation is not a medical diagnosis or treatment recommendation. The results are for informational purposes only; a doctor/dietitian should be consulted for personal health decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?
BMR is the amount of energy your body expends for organs to function and to maintain basic functions at complete rest without any physical activity (e.g., while sleeping).
How is BMR calculation used for losing weight?
By adding the calories you burn through daily physical activity to your BMR value, you find your total daily energy need. You lose weight when you take in fewer calories than this total need.
