Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
Calculate your basal metabolic rate (resting calories) using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation.
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Basal metabolic rate1,649 kcal
Calories your body burns at complete rest, with no activity.
How it works
Calculate basal metabolic rate, the calories your body needs at rest, using the Mifflin–St Jeor equation.
Frequently asked questions
What is BMR?
BMR estimates the calories your body needs at complete rest.
Which formula is used?
The Mifflin–St Jeor equation uses sex, age, weight and height.
Is BMR the same as maintenance calories?
No, maintenance calories also include physical activity.