Nutrition
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing, circulation, and temperature regulation. It accounts for the largest share of daily energy expenditure for most people and is influenced by age, sex, body composition, and genetics.
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing, circulation, and temperature regulation. It accounts for the largest share of daily energy expenditure for most people and is influenced by age, sex, body composition, and genetics.
Knowing your BMR provides a baseline for setting realistic calorie targets when pursuing weight management or performance goals.
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