TDEE Calculator
Calculate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) using either Metric or Imperial units. Estimate the number of calories you need each day based on your activity level.
What Is Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)?
Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) is the total number of calories your body burns in a full day. It includes your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), physical activity, exercise, digestion, and daily movement.
Knowing your TDEE helps you estimate how many calories you should eat to maintain, lose, or gain weight.
Activity Level Guide
| Activity Level | Description |
|---|---|
| Sedentary | Little or no exercise. |
| Lightly Active | Exercise 1–3 days each week. |
| Moderately Active | Exercise 3–5 days each week. |
| Very Active | Exercise 6–7 days each week. |
| Extra Active | Very intense exercise or a physically demanding job. |
What Should You Calculate Next?
Your TDEE estimates how many calories your body needs each day based on your activity level. If you’d like to understand your results in more detail, explore our TDEE Guides and Articles. You’ll find practical information about Total Daily Energy Expenditure, activity levels, calorie maintenance, and how to use your TDEE for weight loss, muscle gain, or maintaining your weight.
Once you know your TDEE, the next step is calculating your Daily Calorie Needs. A calorie calculator helps you determine how many calories to eat each day based on whether your goal is losing fat, maintaining weight, or building muscle.
Use our Daily Calorie Calculator to calculate your recommended daily calorie intake based on your personal goals.