What is the BMR for a 62-year-old woman?

The estimated BMR (basal metabolic rate) for a 62-year-old woman of average height and weight is 1281 kcal/day, calculated using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation.

Calorie Guide · Age 62

Calories for a 62-Year-Old Woman

Q: How many calories does a 62-year-old woman need?

A lightly active 62-year-old woman of average weight and height needs approximately 1762 kcal/day to maintain weight. Sedentary needs are around 1537 kcal, and very active around 2210 kcal.

Q: How many calories should a 62-year-old woman eat to lose weight?

A 62-year-old woman should eat approximately 1262 kcal/day to lose about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week. This is a 500 kcal deficit from the estimated maintenance of 1762 kcal.

BMR, TDEE and exact calorie targets for weight loss, maintenance and muscle gain at age 62.

Calorie Needs at Age 62 — Average Woman

1281

BMR (at rest)

1537

Sedentary TDEE

1762
Lightly active TDEE

1986

Moderately active

1262

Weight loss target

1762

Maintenance

2062

Muscle gain target

How Many Calories Does a 62-Year-Old Woman Need?

Using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation with average US height and weight for a woman aged 62, the resting metabolic rate (BMR) is approximately 1281 kcal/day. With typical daily activity included, total calorie expenditure (TDEE) ranges from 1537 kcal (sedentary) to 2210 kcal (very active).

Age 62 note: Hormonal changes in your fifties reduce metabolic rate and shift fat distribution. Consistent exercise and sleep quality become increasingly important for weight management.

Calorie Targets by Goal

Goal	Daily Calories	Expected Result
🔵 Aggressive weight loss	1012 kcal	~0.75 kg/week
📉 Weight loss	1262 kcal	~0.5 kg/week
✅ Maintenance	1762 kcal	Weight stable
💪 Lean bulk	2062 kcal	~0.25 kg/week
🏋️ Aggressive bulk	2262 kcal	~0.5 kg/week

Calorie Needs by Activity Level

Activity Level	Description	Daily Calories
Sedentary	Desk job, minimal movement	1537 kcal
Lightly active	1–3 workouts/week	1762 kcal
Moderately active	3–5 workouts/week	1986 kcal
Very active	Hard training 6–7 days/week	2210 kcal

How Metabolism Changes Around Age 62

Metabolic rate declines approximately 1–2% per decade after age 30, driven primarily by muscle loss (sarcopenia) rather than any inherent slowdown. At age 62, your BMR of 1281 kcal reflects your current muscle mass, height and hormonal status. The single most effective way to maintain or raise your BMR is resistance training — each kilogram of lean muscle burns roughly 13 kcal/day at rest.

Age	Estimated BMR (woman)	Change vs age 62
52	1331 kcal	+50 kcal
57	1306 kcal	+25 kcal
62	1281 kcal	—
67	1256 kcal	-25 kcal
70	1241 kcal	-40 kcal

Macronutrient Split at 1762 kcal

Macro	% of Calories	Grams/day	Calories
Protein	30%	132 g	528 kcal
Carbohydrates	40%	176 g	704 kcal
Fat	30%	59 g	531 kcal

At age 62, protein intake is especially important. Aim for at least 60–74 g/day to maintain muscle mass, whether you're in a deficit, at maintenance, or in a surplus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories does a 62-year-old woman need per day?A lightly active 62-year-old woman of average size needs approximately 1762 kcal/day to maintain weight. This ranges from 1537 kcal (sedentary) to 2210 kcal (very active).

How many calories should a 62-year-old woman eat to lose weight?Aim for 1262 kcal/day — a 500 kcal deficit from the 1762 kcal maintenance estimate — to lose approximately 0.5 kg per week. Never go below 1200 kcal (women) or 1500 kcal (men) for extended periods.

Does age 62 affect how many calories you burn?Yes. Every decade after 30, BMR drops ~1–2% mainly due to muscle loss. At age 62 the estimated BMR is 1281 kcal — compare to 1441 kcal at age 30. Resistance training largely offsets this decline.

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Sources

WHO CDC Mifflin-St Jeor (PubMed)