BMR Calculator
Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) — the calories your body burns at complete rest.
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How to use this calculator
The Mifflin-St Jeor equation is the most accurate BMR formula for most adults.
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Enter your weight in kilograms.
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Enter your height in centimetres.
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Enter your age in years.
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Select your biological sex.
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Select your typical activity level.
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The result shows your BMR (calories at rest) and TDEE (total daily energy expenditure).
Frequently asked questions
What is BMR?
BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest — just to keep organs functioning (breathing, circulation, cell repair). It accounts for 60–75% of total daily calorie burn.
What is TDEE?
TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is your BMR multiplied by an activity factor. It represents the total calories you burn per day including all activity. Eating at TDEE maintains weight; below TDEE causes weight loss; above TDEE causes weight gain.
Why is the Mifflin-St Jeor formula used?
Multiple studies have found the Mifflin-St Jeor equation to be the most accurate BMR formula for the general population, typically within 10% of measured values. It is more accurate than the older Harris-Benedict equation.
How accurate is this calculator?
BMR formulas are population averages. Individual BMR can vary by 10–15% due to genetics, muscle mass, health conditions, and medication. For precise measurement, a metabolic test (indirect calorimetry) is required.
BMR and daily calorie needs
How to use the bmr
Use this bmr to your basal metabolic rate (bmr) — the calories your body burns at complete rest. Enter your values above and get your result in seconds. The tool is free, works on all devices, and keeps your data private — nothing is stored or shared.
How the bmr works
The bmr calculator uses standard formulas used in health tracking, fitness planning, and wellness management. Enter your inputs, and the tool calculates the result instantly in your browser. No server-side processing means your data stays on your device. Results update in real time as you change inputs.
BMR vs TDEE
BMR is the minimum calories to sustain life at rest. TDEE adds activity on top. A sedentary person's TDEE ≈ BMR × 1.2. A very active person's TDEE ≈ BMR × 1.9. Most adults have a TDEE between 1,600 and 3,000 kcal/day.
Using BMR for weight management
To lose 0.5 kg/week: eat 500 kcal below TDEE (1 lb ≈ 3,500 kcal). To lose 1 kg/week: eat 1,000 kcal below TDEE. Never eat below your BMR — it triggers metabolic adaptation and muscle loss. A deficit of 500–750 kcal/day is safe for most people.
Factors that affect BMR
Muscle mass (muscle burns more calories than fat), age (BMR declines ~2% per decade after 20), body size, gender (men typically have higher BMR due to more muscle mass), thyroid function, and ambient temperature all affect metabolic rate.
Bmr: how it works
This free tool provides a quick, evidence-based estimate for wellness planning. It uses standard formulas accepted by health professionals worldwide. Enter your measurements for an instant result — always follow up with a qualified practitioner for personal guidance.
Who uses this tool?
Athletes, fitness enthusiasts, nurses, and anyone monitoring their health use it as a starting point for wellness decisions. Share the output with your doctor or dietitian for a professional interpretation.
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