Comments on: Basic Metabolic Rate (BMR)

By: Pounds2Go : Group Weight Loss Support Blog » Figuring it all out.

Pounds2Go : Group Weight Loss Support Blog » Figuring it all out. — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 18:43:05 +0000

[...] Basic Metabolic Rate (BMR) [...]

By: Running2Ks

Running2Ks — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 15:55:54 +0000

Well that number doesn’t even seem high enough to live–under 1300 for me.

By: Shelli

Shelli — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 15:40:33 +0000

Okay, I got my BMR=1606.3, but I can’t figure out how to get my needed amount of calories to sustain and/or lose weight. I clicked on the links, but still don’t get it. :duh:

By: Clara

Clara — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 14:58:52 +0000

I need 1529 calories. Wow, less than I thought. That will give me a good guideline to work with. Thanks Leanne

By: Plain Jane

Plain Jane — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 14:45:03 +0000

You know, I’ve never bothered to count calories, just points (for WW). Be interesting to see what that is since I apparently only need 1453 – that seems low to me, but maybe that’s why I’m stuck at 150!

By: Leanne

Leanne — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 14:24:49 +0000

I’ve done mine, and feel like I finally “get it”. I’ve looked up how many calories I burn sitting on my butt doing computer work all day, and how long it will take me to realistically reach my goals.

I just feel like doing this: :duh:

By: Crazy MomCat

Crazy MomCat — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 14:19:33 +0000

This is facinating. I’ve recalculated it 3 times now because it is so much less than I ever thought I’d need. Of course, this is caloric needs at rest though. If you work out, keep in mind you’ll want more than that!

By: NancyB

NancyB — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 13:28:18 +0000

This is very helpful as a guideline, Leanne. Thanks! Like most, I need fewer calories than you’d think. :blush: