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What is Katch-McArdle equation?

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Katch-McArdle equation

The Katch-McArdle equation estimates basal metabolic rate from lean body mass instead of total weight.

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In plain words

The formula is 370 plus 21.6 times lean body mass in kilograms.

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Why it matters

It gives a more personal BMR for people who know their body fat percentage.

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The Katch-McArdle equation estimates basal metabolic rate from lean body mass instead of total weight.

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