TDEE by age and activity
Daily calories burned for a 310 lb woman, 5 ft 4 in tall, by age and activity level.
| Age | Sedentary | Lightly active | Moderately active | Very active | Extra active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 20 | 2,593 | 2,972 | 3,350 | 3,728 | 4,106 |
| Age 30 | 2,533 | 2,903 | 3,272 | 3,642 | 4,011 |
| Age 40 | 2,473 | 2,834 | 3,195 | 3,555 | 3,916 |
| Age 50 | 2,413 | 2,765 | 3,117 | 3,469 | 3,821 |
| Age 60 | 2,353 | 2,697 | 3,040 | 3,383 | 3,726 |
| Age 70 | 2,293 | 2,628 | 2,962 | 3,297 | 3,631 |
TDEE by height
Same weight at age 40, different heights.
| Height | Sedentary | Light | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 0 in | 2,397 | 2,747 | 3,096 |
| 5 ft 2 in | 2,435 | 2,790 | 3,146 |
| 5 ft 4 in | 2,473 | 2,834 | 3,195 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 2,511 | 2,878 | 3,244 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 2,550 | 2,921 | 3,293 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 2,588 | 2,965 | 3,342 |
Calories to lose weight
| Goal | Calories/day | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maintain | 2,834 | 0 |
| Lose 0.5 lb/week | 2,584 | -250 |
| Lose 1 lb/week | 2,334 | -500 |
| Lose 1.5 lb/week | 2,084 | -750 |
| Lose 2 lb/week | 1,834 | -1,000 |
Lightly active, age 40, 5 ft 4 in. * Raised to 1,200 kcal, a common minimum without medical supervision.
How to use it
- Enter your numbers. Switch between US and metric units at any time.
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These are estimates, not a diagnosis. A clinician can account for your health history and medicines.
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Common questions
How many calories does a 310 lb woman burn a day?
About 2,061 calories at rest (BMR) and about 2,834 on a lightly active day, at 5 ft 4 in and age 40. Height, age and activity change it.
How many calories should a 310 lb woman eat to lose weight?
About 2,334 a day for roughly 1 lb a week, if lightly active (a 500-calorie deficit).
Is this exact?
No. Formulas estimate averages within roughly 10% for most people. Track your weight for 2 to 3 weeks and adjust.