Does BMR include workouts or steps?
No. BMR reflects resting energy only; multiply it by an activity multiplier to estimate total daily energy expenditure.
Step-by-step walkthrough
BMR (Mifflin-St Jeor) Guide
Use this companion guide beside the interactive calculator to make sure you understand the “why” behind every click. Each section includes the classroom explanation, student-friendly language, and quick practice prompts.
Before you start
Collect the data points listed below and double-check their units. Keeping an organized “givens” list is one of the fastest ways to reduce math errors and impress exam graders.
- bmr
- metabolism
- resting calories
Detailed procedure
Step 1
Select gender so the correct constant is applied.
Step 2
Enter current age, weight (kg), and height (cm).
Step 3
Review the BMR value to plan maintenance or macro targets.
Teaching & troubleshooting tips
Can I enter pounds and inches?
Convert pounds to kilograms (÷ 2.2046) and inches to centimeters (× 2.54) before entering them to keep the formula precise.