TDEE calculator
Estimate your total daily energy expenditure using your usual activity level.
How old are you?
What is your height?
What is your weight?
How active are you?
What is TDEE?
Total daily energy expenditure is the energy you use in a day, including all activity.
How is TDEE different from BMR?
BMR is energy used at rest. TDEE also includes workouts, steps, and everyday movement.
Why should I choose my activity level carefully?
Overestimating activity can overestimate your calorie target and make progress harder.
How do I create a deficit from TDEE?
Reduce your estimated TDEE by a moderate amount, often around 300–500 kcal per day.
Why might my weight not change despite a deficit?
Common reasons include logging inaccuracies, water retention, or an inaccurate activity estimate.
Why track my actual calorie intake?
Comparing TDEE with your real food intake shows whether you are in a deficit or surplus.
How can I see whether my intake matches my TDEE?
Progress depends on what you actually consume. Automatic calorie tracking helps you compare your food with your estimated needs without complex calculations.