Your Calorie Results
Your Calorie Needs Will Appear Here
Enter your details and click "Calculate My Calories" to see your maintenance calorie requirements
Understanding Maintenance Calories
Your maintenance calories represent the number of calories your body needs each day to maintain your current weight. This calculation is based on your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) - the calories your body burns at rest - multiplied by your activity level factor. Knowing your maintenance calories is the foundation of any successful nutrition plan, whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain, or weight maintenance.
How to Use This Calculator
- Select your gender (metabolic rates differ between males and females)
- Enter your age in years
- Choose your preferred unit system (metric or imperial)
- Input your current weight in kilograms or pounds
- Provide your height in centimeters or feet/inches
- Select your typical activity level
- Click calculate to see your personalized maintenance calorie needs
Practical Applications
Weight Maintenance
Use your maintenance calorie number as a daily target to maintain your current weight while ensuring proper nutrition.
Meal Planning
Plan your daily meals and macronutrient distribution based on your maintenance calorie requirements.
Fitness Goals
Adjust your calorie intake based on your maintenance level to support weight loss or muscle gain goals.