What is a TDEE?
Definition
TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It represents the total number of calories your body burns in a day, including your basal metabolic rate (BMR), thermic effect of food (TEF), physical activity, and exercise. TDEE is essential for determining how many calories you need to maintain, lose, or gain weight.
Common Uses
- › Weight loss planning (eat below TDEE)
- › Muscle gain planning (eat above TDEE)
- › Maintenance calorie targets
- › Macro nutrient calculations
Converters
Key Facts
- CategoryHealth & Fitness
- TDEE = BMR × Activity Factor
- 1 lb fat = 3,500 calories
- TDEE varies by age, gender, weight, height, and activity level
Related Terms
About the TDEE
TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It represents the total number of calories your body burns in a day, including your basal metabolic rate (BMR), thermic effect of food (TEF), physical activity, and exercise. TDEE is essential for determining how many calories you need to maintain, lose, or gain weight.
Equivalents and conversions
- TDEE = BMR × Activity Factor
- 1 lb fat = 3,500 calories
- TDEE varies by age, gender, weight, height, and activity level