TDEE Calculator for Very Active People
If you exercise 6-7 days per week or have a physically demanding job plus training, you're very active. This calculator accounts for high activity levels.
How It Works
Very active multiplier: 1.725x BMR
Exercise 6-7 days per week with high intensity
Walking 12,000+ steps daily
Physically demanding job or athlete training
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies as very active?
People who exercise 6-7 days per week at high intensity (60+ minutes), have physically demanding jobs (construction, farming), or combine both. Competitive amateur athletes often fall here.
How many calories does a very active person burn?
About 72.5% more than BMR. For a 35-year-old male (170 lbs, 70"), that's roughly 2,930 calories/day. Females typically burn 2,300-2,500 calories/day very active.
Should I use very active or extra active?
Very active if you train 6-7 days but have rest days or moderate-intensity workouts. Extra active if you train twice daily, are a professional athlete, or do intense physical labor 10+ hours/day.