TDEE by age and activity
Daily calories burned for a 190 lb man, 5 ft 9 in tall, by age and activity level.
| Age | Sedentary | Lightly active | Moderately active | Very active | Extra active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 20 | 2,235 | 2,561 | 2,886 | 3,212 | 3,538 |
| Age 30 | 2,175 | 2,492 | 2,809 | 3,126 | 3,443 |
| Age 40 | 2,115 | 2,423 | 2,731 | 3,040 | 3,348 |
| Age 50 | 2,055 | 2,354 | 2,654 | 2,954 | 3,253 |
| Age 60 | 1,995 | 2,286 | 2,576 | 2,867 | 3,158 |
| Age 70 | 1,935 | 2,217 | 2,499 | 2,781 | 3,063 |
TDEE by height
Same weight at age 40, different heights.
| Height | Sedentary | Light | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 4 in | 2,019 | 2,314 | 2,608 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 2,057 | 2,358 | 2,658 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 2,096 | 2,401 | 2,707 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 2,134 | 2,445 | 2,756 |
| 6 ft 0 in | 2,172 | 2,489 | 2,805 |
| 6 ft 2 in | 2,210 | 2,532 | 2,854 |
| 6 ft 4 in | 2,248 | 2,576 | 2,904 |
Calories to lose weight
| Goal | Calories/day | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maintain | 2,423 | 0 |
| Lose 0.5 lb/week | 2,173 | -250 |
| Lose 1 lb/week | 1,923 | -500 |
| Lose 1.5 lb/week | 1,673 | -750 |
| Lose 2 lb/week | 1,500 * | -1,000 |
Lightly active, age 40, 5 ft 9 in. * Raised to 1,500 kcal, a common minimum without medical supervision.
How to use it
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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 190 lb man burn a day?
About 1,762 calories at rest (BMR) and about 2,423 on a lightly active day, at 5 ft 9 in and age 40. Height, age and activity change it.
How many calories should a 190 lb man eat to lose weight?
About 1,923 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.