Maintenance Calorie Calculator - Find Your Maintenance Level
Find your calorie maintenance level - the exact calories needed to maintain your current weight
Calculate Your Maintenance Calories
For informational purposes only. Does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Consult a healthcare professional before use.
What are Maintenance Calories?
Maintenance calories represent the exact amount of calories your body needs to maintain its current weight. When you eat at maintenance, your weight stays stable. This is your TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure).
Eat at Maintenance
Weight stays the same
Eat Below Maintenance
Weight loss occurs
Eat Above Maintenance
Weight gain occurs
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is knowing my maintenance calories important?
Knowing your maintenance calories is the foundation of any diet. Whether you want to lose, gain, or maintain weight, you need to know your starting point to make adjustments.
Do maintenance calories change over time?
Yes. As your weight, age, or activity level changes, your maintenance calories will also change. Recalculate every few months or after significant weight changes.