Track Your Calories
Understanding your calorie intake is crucial for achieving your fitness goals. Below are key concepts:
- Calorie Surplus: Consuming more calories than you burn, which is necessary for gaining weight or muscle.
- Calorie Deficit: Consuming fewer calories than you burn, which is essential for losing weight.
Average Calorie Intake
For Men: On average, adult men need about:
- 2,500 calories/day to maintain weight
- 3,000 calories/day to gain weight moderately
- 2,000 calories/day to lose weight gradually
For Women: On average, adult women need about:
- 2,000 calories/day to maintain weight
- 2,400 calories/day to gain weight moderately
- 1,500 calories/day to lose weight gradually
These estimates vary depending on age, activity level, and health goals.
