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BMR Calculator

Basal metabolic rate — calories burned at rest.

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Same equations the textbooks use — just way less awkward. Pop in your stats and I'll tell you what the number actually means for you.

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Inputs

Result

BMR

1,706

calories/day at complete rest

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How to use this

  1. 1Enter units.
  2. 2Enter sex.
  3. 3Enter age (years).
  4. 4Enter weight.
  5. 5Enter height.
  6. 6Read your bmr on the right — it updates as you type.
  7. 7Hit Share to keep the scenario or send it to someone.

About this calculator

Mifflin-St Jeor equation, the most accurate BMR formula for most adults.

FormulaMifflin-St Jeor: 10·kg + 6.25·cm − 5·age + s (s=+5 male, −161 female).

Worked example

Using the values the calculator loads with:

Inputs

  • Units: Imperial (lb, in)
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 30 years
  • Weight: 170
  • Height: 68

Results

  • BMR: 1,706

What each field means

Inputs

Units
Pick the option that matches your situation — the maths changes per option. Choices: Metric (kg, cm), Imperial (lb, in).
Sex
Pick the option that matches your situation — the maths changes per option. Choices: Male, Female.
Age (years)
The age used in the calculation, measured in years. Starts at 30 years so you have a working example on load. Accepted range: 1–120 years.
Weight
The weight used in the calculation. Starts at 170 so you have a working example on load.
Height
The height used in the calculation. Starts at 68 so you have a working example on load.

Results

BMR
calories/day at complete rest

FAQ

How does the bmr calculator work?

Mifflin-St Jeor equation, the most accurate BMR formula for most adults. The underlying maths is: Mifflin-St Jeor: 10·kg + 6.25·cm − 5·age + s (s=+5 male, −161 female).

What do I need to enter?

5 values: units, sex, age, weight, and height. Each field starts with a sensible default, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result move.

What does the bmr result mean?

calories/day at complete rest It is returned as a whole number and updates live as you edit the inputs, so you can compare two or three versions of a scenario in a few seconds.

Is this calculator free, and do I need an account?

Yes, it's free, and no account is required. Nothing you type is stored on our servers — the maths runs entirely in your browser.

How accurate is the result?

It applies the standard formula exactly, so the arithmetic is precise. Population formulas describe averages; individual bodies vary, especially at the extremes of height, age, or muscle mass.

Who is this tool for?

It's built for anyone tracking a health or training target and wanting the standard formula applied correctly, without a signup or an app.

Accuracy and limitations

  • Population formulas describe averages; individual bodies vary, especially at the extremes of height, age, or muscle mass.
  • Results do not account for medical conditions, medication, or pregnancy.
  • Use this as a directional reference, not a diagnosis — talk to a clinician before acting on it.

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