TDEE by age and activity
Daily calories burned for a 200 lb man, 5 ft 9 in tall, by age and activity level.
| Age | Sedentary | Lightly active | Moderately active | Very active | Extra active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 20 | 2,289 | 2,623 | 2,957 | 3,291 | 3,624 |
| Age 30 | 2,229 | 2,554 | 2,879 | 3,204 | 3,529 |
| Age 40 | 2,169 | 2,485 | 2,802 | 3,118 | 3,434 |
| Age 50 | 2,109 | 2,417 | 2,724 | 3,032 | 3,339 |
| Age 60 | 2,049 | 2,348 | 2,647 | 2,946 | 3,244 |
| Age 70 | 1,989 | 2,279 | 2,569 | 2,859 | 3,149 |
TDEE by height
Same weight at age 40, different heights.
| Height | Sedentary | Light | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 4 in | 2,074 | 2,376 | 2,679 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 2,112 | 2,420 | 2,728 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 2,150 | 2,464 | 2,777 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 2,188 | 2,507 | 2,826 |
| 6 ft 0 in | 2,226 | 2,551 | 2,876 |
| 6 ft 2 in | 2,264 | 2,595 | 2,925 |
| 6 ft 4 in | 2,302 | 2,638 | 2,974 |
Calories to lose weight
| Goal | Calories/day | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maintain | 2,485 | 0 |
| Lose 0.5 lb/week | 2,235 | -250 |
| Lose 1 lb/week | 1,985 | -500 |
| Lose 1.5 lb/week | 1,735 | -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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- Results update as you type, and the formula is shown so you can check it.
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These are estimates, not a diagnosis. A clinician can account for your health history and medicines.
Nearby weights
Common questions
How many calories does a 200 lb man burn a day?
About 1,808 calories at rest (BMR) and about 2,485 on a lightly active day, at 5 ft 9 in and age 40. Height, age and activity change it.
How many calories should a 200 lb man eat to lose weight?
About 1,985 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.