BMR Calculator (Basal Metabolic Rate)
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A Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) calculator helps you determine the number of calories your body burns at complete rest to maintain vital life functions, such as breathing, blood circulation, cell production, and temperature regulation. Even when you are sleeping or inactive, your organs require a continuous supply of energy to function correctly. By entering your body weight, height, age, and biological gender, you can calculate your baseline metabolic needs. This calculated value represents the minimum amount of energy necessary to sustain life without any physical activity. Knowing your BMR is a valuable step in customizing your daily caloric intake targets, whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain your current physique. Since BMR decreases as you age and varies depending on body structure and muscle mass, using a calculator provides a personalized starting point for your weight management goals. It serves as the foundation for calculating your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE), allowing you to make data-driven decisions about your nutrition.
🧮Methodology & Formula
Methodology & Formula
This calculator uses the revised Harris-Benedict equation to determine BMR:
- For Males: BMR = 88.362 + (13.397 × weight in kg) + (4.799 × height in cm) - (5.677 × age in years)
- For Females: BMR = 447.593 + (9.247 × weight in kg) + (3.098 × height in cm) - (4.330 × age in years)
Basal metabolic rate is measured in kilocalories (kcal) per day under resting conditions.