How to Calculate BMR
Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate — calories burned at rest.
The Formula
Mifflin-St Jeor equationThe bmr formula uses the mathematical relationship: Mifflin-St Jeor equation. Each variable in the formula represents a measurable quantity that affects the final result.
Step-by-Step Method
- 1Identify all input values needed for the bmr calculation.
- 2Substitute your known values into the formula: Mifflin-St Jeor equation.
- 3Perform the arithmetic operations in the correct order (PEMDAS/BODMAS).
- 4Check that your result has the correct units and is within a reasonable range.
- 5Verify using the interactive BMR Calculator to confirm your answer.
Related Topics
bmrbasal metabolic ratecalorieshealth
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