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Katch-McArdle BMR Calculator
Estimate BMR from lean body mass.
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Katch-McArdle uses lean mass, so it's accurate for lean/muscular people.
The math behind it
Lean mass = weight × (1 − body fat%); BMR = 370 + 21.6 × lean mass.
Worked Example
80 kg at 15% fat → LBM 68 kg → ~1,839 kcal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Need body fat?
Yes — that's what makes it precise for athletes.
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