TDEE Calculator

Free online TDEE Calculator.

Calculator

How to Use

  1. Enter the required values
  2. Click Calculate to see the result
  3. Review the detailed output

Formula

TDEE = BMR x Activity Factor. Factors: Sedentary 1.2, Lightly Active 1.375, Moderately Active 1.55, Very Active 1.725, Extra Active 1.9. BMR from Mifflin-St Jeor equation.

Example Calculations

Sedentary

Input: Male, 30yo, 180lbs, 5'10", sedentary (1.2)

Result: TDEE: 2,144 cal/day

Very Active

Input: Female, 25yo, 140lbs, 5'5", very active (1.725)

Result: TDEE: 2,422 cal/day

Weight Loss Target

Input: TDEE: 2,500, Goal: lose 1 lb/week

Result: Target: 2,000 cal/day (500 cal deficit)

About This Calculator

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TDEE?

Total Daily Energy Expenditure: total calories burned daily = BMR x activity factor (1.2 to 1.9).

TDEE accuracy?

Good estimate but varies 10-15%. NEAT, sleep, and hormones affect actual burn.

TDEE for weight management?

Lose: 300-500 below TDEE. Maintain: at TDEE. Gain: 300-500 above.

What is NEAT?

Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis: energy from walking, fidgeting, standing. Varies by 2000 cal/day.

Recalculate TDEE after weight loss?

Yes, smaller body needs fewer calories. Recalculate every 10-15 pounds lost.