BMR Calculator for Men

Estimate basal metabolic rate for men using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. BMR is the energy your body uses at rest, shown here in calories per day.

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Estimate basal metabolic rate for men using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. BMR is the energy your body uses at rest, shown here in calories per day.

For general information only, not medical advice. Consult a qualified health professional before making health decisions.

Worked example

Example calculated from the starting values. Enter your own values and press Calculate to get your result.

BMR1,755 kcal/day

With the default inputs (weight = 80 kg, height = 180 cm, age = 35 years), the results are: BMR 1,755 kcal/day.

Reference table based on the example values; it is not your calculation result.

What formula does this calculator use?

BMR = 10 × w+6.25 × h-5 × a+5. Variables: w = weight in kg, h = height in cm, a = age in years.

What do I need to enter?

You need weight (kg), height (cm), age (years). Results update as you type.

What is an example result?

With the default inputs (weight = 80 kg, height = 180 cm, age = 35 years), the results are: BMR 1,755 kcal/day.

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