TDEE by age and activity
Daily calories burned for a 210 lb man, 5 ft 9 in tall, by age and activity level.
| Age | Sedentary | Lightly active | Moderately active | Very active | Extra active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 20 | 2,344 | 2,685 | 3,027 | 3,369 | 3,711 |
| Age 30 | 2,284 | 2,617 | 2,950 | 3,283 | 3,616 |
| Age 40 | 2,224 | 2,548 | 2,872 | 3,196 | 3,521 |
| Age 50 | 2,164 | 2,479 | 2,795 | 3,110 | 3,426 |
| Age 60 | 2,104 | 2,410 | 2,717 | 3,024 | 3,331 |
| Age 70 | 2,044 | 2,342 | 2,640 | 2,938 | 3,236 |
TDEE by height
Same weight at age 40, different heights.
| Height | Sedentary | Light | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 4 in | 2,128 | 2,439 | 2,749 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 2,166 | 2,482 | 2,798 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 2,204 | 2,526 | 2,847 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 2,243 | 2,570 | 2,897 |
| 6 ft 0 in | 2,281 | 2,613 | 2,946 |
| 6 ft 2 in | 2,319 | 2,657 | 2,995 |
| 6 ft 4 in | 2,357 | 2,701 | 3,044 |
Calories to lose weight
| Goal | Calories/day | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maintain | 2,548 | 0 |
| Lose 0.5 lb/week | 2,298 | -250 |
| Lose 1 lb/week | 2,048 | -500 |
| Lose 1.5 lb/week | 1,798 | -750 |
| Lose 2 lb/week | 1,548 | -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 210 lb man burn a day?
About 1,853 calories at rest (BMR) and about 2,548 on a lightly active day, at 5 ft 9 in and age 40. Height, age and activity change it.
How many calories should a 210 lb man eat to lose weight?
About 2,048 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.