Maintenance Calorie Calculator

Yes, as you lose or gain weight, your maintenance calories decrease or increase accordingly.

TDEE formulas provide estimates within 10-15%. Actual values vary by individual metabolism.

For every 10 pounds lost, your maintenance calories decrease by approximately 100-150 calories because a smaller body requires less energy to function and maintain itself.

Yes, intense exercise increases your TDEE beyond the standard multipliers. Cardio burns immediate calories while strength training boosts resting metabolism for 24-48 hours post-workout.