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Calories in and out

‎07-19-2018 14:46

‎07-19-2018 14:46

My first day using Fitbit charge, apparently my calorie out is around 3000 calories today which includes my exercise caculated at 350 and also BMR and all my steps ? Does this sound about right and if it does, does that mean I have to eat 3000 calories to maintain weight ? Sounds really high any advice would be much appreciated

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‎07-19-2018 18:45

‎07-19-2018 18:45

It depends on how big you are, body composition, sex, and probably a bunch of other stuff.   If you eat 3000 calories for a few days and start gaining a bunch of weight, you'll know it was too high.   It would be way too much for me, as a short woman.  If you're a big, muscular dude it might not be enough.  

 

 

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‎07-19-2018 21:47

‎07-19-2018 21:47

It’s impossible to answer your question without knowing anything about you. You can use this online calculator to have a second opinion. It uses the same underlying equation to estimate your BMR as Fitbit.

Dominique | Finland

Ionic, Aria, Flyer, TrendWeight | Windows 7, OS X 10.13.5 | Motorola Moto G6 (Android 9), iPad Air (iOS 12.4.4)

Take a look at the Fitbit help site for further assistance and information.

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‎07-20-2018 22:22

‎07-20-2018 22:22

If you log all your eating, you may find 3,000 calories is less food than you thought.  Suggest you measure and observe for a few weeks to understand where you are.

Dave’s TrendWeight

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