The Basal Metabolic rate (BMR) a measurement of the total number of calories used by your body at rest i.e. it is the number of calories needed to sustain life. It does not include calories utilised in other ways e.g. walking. To lose weight, you need to consume less calories than you use.

 

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Height
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Weight (lbs.)
 Age (years)
Exercise Level
           

Daily Calories Required:
Light:
Walking
Sweeping
Playing Piano
Bicycling (easy)
 
Moderate:
Fast walk
Dancing
Ping-Pong
Skating
High:
Swimming
Running
Bicycle Race
Netball
Very High:
Boxing
Rowing
Mountain climbing